Because every child needs connection with the wonders of water
About the Water Teachers Initiative
For over 20 years, Freshwaters Illustrated has been producing immersive educational films that explore the biodiversity, science, and conservation of freshwater ecosystems. In 2023, we launched the Water Teachers Initiative to make these films more accessible and impactful for K-12 educators.
Through the Water Teachers Initiative, K-12 educators can sign up for instant, free access to our entire film catalog, which includes classroom-ready pages, activities, links, photos, and more. Explore our sample film pages or sign up for immediate access.
For college-level and other adult educators, paid memberships and institutional subscriptions are available through the Freshwaters Illustrated website, offering access to our full suite of films, teaching resources, and other member benefits.
Bring the Wonder of Freshwater Worlds into Your Classroom
With a library of over 50 short and feature-length films presented in webpages that link to vocabulary, Next Generation Science Standards, comprehension and discussion questions, and extension activities/links, educators gain an invaluable resource to incorporate immersive and authentic stories into their curriculum and lesson plans. Our films cover a broad range of topics designed to deepen students’ understanding of freshwater biodiversity, ecology, conservation, and career paths. Explore our sample lessons to get an inside look at our unique approach to educational storytelling (no password required).
“ We started watching the films and we are already reaching kids. I had lots of curious questions and excitement that they were studying something that was literally in their backyards.”
~ High School Water Teacher
Not a K-12 teacher or youth educator?
For college-level and adult educators, paid memberships and institutional subscriptions are available through Freshwaters Illustrated, offering access to our full suite of films, imagery, and teaching resources.
Be a part of the Water Teachers Initiative
School, District, or Educational Organization?
Bring our impactful freshwater science and conservation resources to every classroom or audience in your school, district, or organization, along with dedicated support, workshops, and professional development resources.
Interested in Becoming a Partner or Sponsor?
Join our group of committed partners who support the Water Teachers goal of bringing accessible and impactful freshwater science and conservation resources into K-12 classrooms nationwide, and help inspire generations that will know and care about our planet’s vital freshwater ecosystems.
