Understanding Water
The Cycle of Water
Resource description:
A lesson introducing students to water use and the water cycle. Students also learn about water as a liquid, vapour and gas.
Topic: Water use
Subject area: Science
Source: Live and Learn
Creating a Mini-Water Cycle
Resource description:
In this activity, students observe, record, and discuss their findings relating to the water cycle.
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Water in the Food We Eat
Resource description:
In this activity, students conduct a simple experiment to learn how the water in food evaporates over time. This will help them understand that water is present in all living things.
Subject area:
Science, Geography
Human Impact and the Water Cycle
Resource description:
In this activity, students conduct research to discover how human activities disrupt the water cycle.
Includes student worksheets on page 46.
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How We Use Water on Our Island
Resource description:
An investigation to record and discuss how water is used at home, at school, and in the community. They consider ways water consumption can be reduced in these settings.
Includes student information sheets.
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Wastewater and Water Pollution
Students learn about the causes and effects of water pollution. Students list the processes and activities that produce wastewater and sewage.
Includes student resource sheets.