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Thirstin's Wacky Water Adventure HandoutThirstin's Wacky Water Adventure Handout
Publisher
US Environmental Protection Agency
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Grade
K - 3rd
Subjects
Science
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Duration
45 mins
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2004
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Thirstin's Wacky Water Adventure

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Make a splash with young scientists as you teach them all about water using this activity packet. Thirstin, a cartoon glass of water, walks children through the water treatment process, teaches them about different sources of water, and emphasizes the importance of conservation. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

water conservation, conservation, water, water treatment

Additional Tags

water, water treatment, water conservation, science

Instructional Ideas

  • Supplement a primary grade earth science unit on water with this collection of worksheets, using the reference materials and activities to reinforce the content of your lessons

Pros

  • Includes a word search, word scramble, and crossword puzzle that emphasize key vocabulary relating to water
  • Provides learners with a fun list of facts about water
  • Academic content is supported with clear illustrations and diagrams

Cons

  • Information provided about the water treatment process may be too advanced for younger learners

Common Core

L.K.4.a L.K.5.a L.K.5.c L.1.4.a L.1.5.a L.1.5.c L.2.4.a L.2.5.a L.3.4.a L.3.5.a L.3.5.b L.3.6

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