Introduction
Topic: Water Pollution
Subject: Social Studies
Class: Standard 2 (8-9 yrs)
Our environment is comprised of various resources that we use on a regular basis. Water is one such resource. We need to teach and practise good water conservation techniques to ensure that we have a readily available supply. Students should learn the various causes of water pollution as well as its effects on our environment. In addition, they should learn ways in which they can prevent water pollution because this knowledge can determine the sustainability of our water supply in the future.
What is water pollution?
Water pollution is the contamination of water bodies (e.g. lakes, rivers, oceans, aquifers and groundwater), very often by human activities.
Water pollution occur when pollutants (particles, chemicals or substances that make water contaminated) are discharged directly or indirectly into water bodies without enough treatment to get rid of harmful compounds.
Task
Students will be able to highlight the;
The causes of water pollution.
The different effects of water pollution.
Ways in which water pollution can be prevented.
Process
1. Read the following questions:
What causes water pollution?
How water pollution affects us?
What can we do to prevent water pollution?
2. Look at the video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93BqLewm3bA
3. Think-pair-share
- Think about the questions.
- Now find a pair next to you.
- Tell your friend what are the causes of water pollution. Now let your friend tell you the causes of water pollution.
- Tell your friend how water pollution affects the environment. Now let your friend tell you the effects of water pollution.
- Tell your friend what you will do to prevent water pollution. Now let your friend tell you how water pollution can be prevented.
- Share what you learnt with the class when called upon.
4. Read a little more on water pollution. http://eschooltoday.com/pollution/water-pollution/what-is-water-pollution.html
5. Create a lapbook highlighting the causes and effects of water pollution. Also include ways in which water pollution can be prevented.
Evaluation
|
Criteria |
Excellent
5 mks |
Acceptable
3-4 mks |
Improvement Needed 0-3mks |
Marks Gained |
| How well are directions followed? | Was able to follow instructions and complete tasks 100 % accurately. | Followed instructions and completed most task. | Followed little instructions and completed some tasks. | |
| Pair cooperation and attitude | Collaborated very well and displayed positive attitude. | Collaborated fairly and displayed appropriate behaviour. | Little or no collaboration and disrupted others. | |
| Outline of information | Causes, effects and prevention measures clearly stated. | Causes, effects and prevention measures stated. | Causes, effects and prevention measures poorly stated | |
| Neatness and creativity | Completed lapbook very neatly and was very creative. | Completed lapbook is neat and displayed ideas well. | Completed lapbook untidy and lack creativity. |
Conclusion
pollution occurs throughout the world due to humane. It affects human beings, animals, plants and other species. If we preserve our water sources our world will be a better place to live in.
Credits
Created by:
Viki Ganga
Kristina Dhanraj
Shafiza Mohammed
Dhanmatie Nathoo
Ravita Sharma-Ramcharan
Teacher Page
This webquest can be used to educate students about Water Pollution. Students will learn about the causes, effects and prevention practices. The task in this webquest is well outlined and easy to follow. Students can also complete this webquest with very little or no supervision.