(K-2) The Arts, Language
Invite students to help you create a mind map of all the things we use water for. Post.
Ask: Do you think everybody in the world uses water the same way we do? Prompt them to consider other parts of the world where the geography is quite different. Discuss as well the impact of industry and agriculture.
Explain that in some parts of the world, safe, clean water is not available close to home. In fact, in some places, women and children have to walk for many kilometres every day to find water for their families. And often the water they do find is polluted or dirty from animal waste and bacteria that can make their families very sick.
Explain that we are lucky to have safe, clean water, but that sometimes we waste water without thinking about it. Ask students to share any ways that they know to help save water in their homes, schools, and communities. For example:
- Using a cup of water to brush their teeth instead of leaving the tap on.
- Checking all the taps in the house to make sure they are not leaking.
- Taking just enough water to drink without wasting.
- Having short showers instead of baths.
Invite students to do their part by making a poster that tells people to save water by doing one (or all) of the things on the list. The title of their poster could be as simple as “SAVE WATER!” They could also include this year’s World Water Day slogan.
Celebrate World Water Day by sharing your posters!
(3-5) Science
As a class, discuss the information in the Introduction and invite students to share their prior learning regarding the importance of a clean water supply.
Engage students in constructing a simple water filter and watch dirty water become crystal clear! Here are some links that will help you:
Kid Science: Make a Mini Water Filter Video
Simple Water Filter: 5 Steps (with Pictures) - Instructables