Our ecology curriculum guide is designed to assist in teaching certain aspects of life sciences, with information applicable anywhere in the country. Specific topics covered include the biosphere, soil, water and fire. A unit overview provides general information concerning the specific topic and follow-up activities supplement the lesson. Content standards and benchmarks (specific to New Mexico), a glossary, and additional resources are also provided.

The middle school curriculum guide is available for download in Microsoft Word (.doc) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) formats. It is also available as complete documents or broken down into chapters.

Microsoft Word Format
Complete Curriculum [2345k]
Table of Contents and Introduction [253k]
The Biosphere [636k]
Soil [285k]
Water [414k]
Fire [480k]
Conservation [1448k]
Benchmarks, Glossary and Resources [301k]

Adobe Acrobat Format
Complete Curriculum [16737k]
Table of Contents and Introduction [394k]
The Biosphere [709k]
Soil [455k]
Water [522k]
Fire [575k]
Conservation [6067k]
Benchmarks, Glossary and Resources [429k]

For more information on the park’s education programs, write, call, or e-mail the addresses below:

Education Specialist
Carlsbad Caverns National Park
3225 National Parks Highway
Carlsbad, NM 88220

505.785.3127

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