Introduction
WATER, WATER, WATER…….WHAT WOULD WE DO WITHOUT IT?
Did you know that of all the water in all the world we can only use 1% ? It’s true. We can’t survive without it so we’d better make sure our most important natural resource is protected. We can’t do it alone – it will take to effort of the entire global community!
Before we begin our water cycle journey, let’s list all the ways we use water in your notebook. Then, compare your list to your partner’s list and discuss what would occur if we didn’t have water.
Click on the links to see other interesting ways water is used.
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This relaxing running water video is used for relaxation and meditation.
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Amazing Science Experiment !
So now that we know how essential water is let’s get started investigating exactly what takes place in the eternal water cycle that has been providing us with this crucial resource.
Let's get started. Click on the Task Bar on the left.
Task
On your exploration of the water cycle you will be completing 5 tasks. For each task you will use the internet to learn about each part of the water cycle. Keep track of everything you learn and interesting facts about the water cycle in your science journal. You will use it to complete your final project.
At the end of your exploration you will VERY CREATIVELY re-create the water cycle. You will present it to your classmates when it is complete. You need to inlcude the following somewhere in your project: The title and the water cycle with a description.There is a rubric for you to see on how you will be graded for this assignment.
Process
THE PROCESS
Below are the 5 tasks that you need to complete. Start with the first one and then continue with the rest. You will need your notebook to complete each task.
TASK 1: PRECIPITATION
Your first task is precipitation. Click on the web sites below to learn more about precipitation and what it means. Make sure you take notes. Once you have become an expert on precipitation, proceed to your next task.