Educator Resources
We offer a variety of resources for SOLE teachers and students to support environmental education and Colorado history. For in-person SOLE programs, see the Program Options page. For events, including teacher workshops, see the Professional Development page.
Note: all of the resources and activities below can be accessed whether you are teaching in-person or online.
Guided Activities, Available Seasonally
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Art Contest - for 4th and 5th grade students with the chance to be featured in our annual SOLE calendar and the opportunity to win prizes.
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Colorado Critter Challenge- March Madness style bracket game tied to 4th grade life science standards, with classrooms around the state competing against each other.
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CPW Teacher Resources - trainings and educational resources for Colorado teachers, options vary from year to year.
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SOLE In-Class Programs - our standards-based, interactive programs held over Zoom or in-person. Virtual programs are typically 45 minutes long. In-person programs are an hour long. We ask that you schedule programs at least 2 weeks in advance.
Access Any Time
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Animal Adaptations HyperDoc (Español) - an interactive online resource following the 5E Model to support students in an inquiry-based, student-centered lesson - can be facilitated remotely or in-person.
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Colorado's Wildlife Company Archived Digital Library - an archive of Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW) quarterly publications from 1989 to 2008.
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History Happened - this history series consists of recorded videos and live, interactive programs, each focusing on Colorado's history through the lens of a different wildlife or natural resource.
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Learning Resources Quick Guide - a classroom and family resource for virtual learning (access the complete list of resources).
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Nature Exploration Journal (Español) - a free, downloadable activity journal designed for students and families.
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Wild Classroom - a video and curriculum-based activity series which explore Colorado wildlife, ecosystems, backyard science, and our state parks and fish hatcheries. See below for the current videos and activities!