This curriculum is a comprehensive, thematic, brain compatible approach for the preservation of anadromous fish (salmon and steelhead) and the watershed where they live for a large part of their lives. The intent of this curriculum is to increase the student's knowledge and awareness of this resource, the dangers that face it and how they can become stewards of this valuable ecosystem. To achieve these goals the curriculum is divided into six modules:

Covers biological aspects, highlighting the concepts of classification and adaptation

Describes the different habitats where anadromous fish live during their life cycle; fresh-water streams, estuaries, and the ocean.

Introduces environmental issues facing salmonids and provides activities that help students become stewards of the environment.

Contains instructions for incubating eggs in the classroom, leading to the release of the hatched fry.

Following these six modules is "Additional Resources", a collection of material that you can use to enhance your students learning experience. A Bibliography and a Glossary appear at the end of "Additional Resources."

Presents the life cycle of anadromous fish, from egg to spawning adult.

Provides more information about the stream habit, preparing students for a field trip to a stream. It also describes activities students can engage in on a stream field trip..