Future Leaders of Water, Engineering, Research, and Science – FLOWERS
Free lessons and activities for K-12 Students
We introduce students to water, engineering, science, and research through hands-on learning, mentorship, and community partnerships.
Free lessons and activities for K-12 Students
We introduce students to water, engineering, science, and research through hands-on learning, mentorship, and community partnerships.
About Our Program
The FLOWERS Program was created at the University of South Florida in the College of Engineering to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. Founded in collaboration with Dr. Maya Trotz and student mentors, FLOWERS connects young learners to the world of water, engineering, research, and sustainability.
Our first cohort launched in Summer 2025 with students from across Tampa Bay. Through weekly lessons, projects, and field trips, students explored the science of water and how it connects to their everyday lives and future careers.
Why We're Open-Sourced?
At FLOWERS, we believe water, engineering, research, and science education should be accessible to every student — regardless of background, school district, or financial situation.
That’s why our curriculum, activities, and worksheets are open-sourced and free to use. Teachers, parents, and community organizations can access our materials, adapt them, and bring hands-on STEM learning into their classrooms.
By keeping FLOWERS free, we ensure that cost is never a barrier to sparking curiosity, building skills, and inspiring the next generation of leaders in water and engineering.
Lessons
Pre-K - 1st Grade
Ages 4 - 8
1st - 5th Grade
Ages 8 - 11
6th - 8th Grade
Ages 12 - 14
9th - 12th Grade
Ages 14 - 18
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Client Testimonials
Project Activities
Water Usage and Consumption
Wastewater Treatment
Water Use
Water Sampling and Water Quality Activity
Water Sampling and Water Quality Vocabulary Sheet
Water Cycle
Water Quantity
Why Open-Sourced and Free
At FLOWERS, we believe water, engineering, research, and science education should be accessible to every student — regardless of background, school district, or financial situation.
That’s why our curriculum, activities, and worksheets are open-sourced and free to use. Teachers, parents, and community organizations can access our materials, adapt them, and bring hands-on STEM learning into their classrooms.
By keeping FLOWERS free, we ensure that cost is never a barrier to sparking curiosity, building skills, and inspiring the next generation of leaders in water and engineering.
