Each time you wash your face or brush your teeth, you may be adding microscopic bits of plastic into the aquatic environment without realizing it. These tiny particles never biodegrade and toxins in the environment are attracted to their surface and easily adhere to them. Marine life species mistake the microplastics for food and accidentally eat them, threatening their health.

These Saving our Waters Connections were created by High School and Middle School teachers seeking to engage our next generation of stewards.  The 12 Curriculum Connections naturally connect to the Next Generation Science Standards.