Introduction
Hello scientists! Today we are going to learn about the water cycle. In this lesson, we will learn what evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection mean.
At the end of this lesson you will:
- Learn what steps create the water cycle.
- Create a chart with your group.
- Then, as a group, present the chart to your classmates.
Task
- Create a fun water cycle chart with your group using any medium (paint, marker, colored pencils, etc).
- Present it to the class and explain each step.
Process
Click on the provided link and video, and review the material as a group.
https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/science/nature/water-cycle/
Then watch this video:
- Each group will be provided a piece of poster paper and has to come up with a creative chart of the water cycle using a medium of their choice (paint, marker, colored pencils, etc.)
- Explain each stage of the water cycle in detail.
- Explain which step of the water cycle was the most interesting to learn about.
- Then present your group work in front of the class for around 3 - 5 minutes.
Evaluation
Rubric:
Presentation: 50 points
Chart: 25 point
Creativity: 25 points
Total that can be earned: 100 points
Conclusion
At the end of the lesson students should know each process of the water cycle.
Enrichment activity: https://www.educationsoutheastwater.com.au/resources/natural-water-cycle-game
If you want to learn more about the water cycle you can visit: https://climatekids.nasa.gov/water-cycle/