Dune or Doom: The Effects of Wind Erosion on Sand Dunes

In this lesson, students will address the following real-world problem of sand dune erosion while integrating Engineering Design concepts:

Florida’s coastline has been ravaged by winds from hurricanes, resulting in damage to sand dunes and oceanfront properties. Your mission is to design the most effective barrier that would limit the amount of sand displaced from our tall sand dunes and prevent further damage to oceanfront buildings. Your designs can help us save the sand dunes before they are blown away!
Resource ID#: 154135 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Mathematics, Science
Grade Level(s): 4
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Keywords: beach erosion, engineering, erosion, weathering, mechanical weathering
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan
Resource Collection: Lake/Sumter MSP K-5

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