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Pbs Learning Media: The Sun and the Water Cycle Lesson PlanPbs Learning Media: The Sun and the Water Cycle Lesson Plan
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3rd - 5th
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Pbs Learning Media: The Sun and the Water Cycle

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Learn about the water cycle through the adventures of two sisters. They will explain how the sun powers the water cycle and describe the different states of water. A glossary and labeled illustrations accompany the video. For the teacher, background information, teaching tips, and additional activities are included.

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Concepts

condensation, evaporation

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pbs learningmedia: the sun and the water cycle, water cycle, water states

Classroom Considerations

  • Knovation Readability Score: 3 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
  • The intended use for this resource is Instructional

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