Rain, rain, go away—wait, there it is again! Elementary scientists learn how rain works its way through the stages of the water cycle with a series of classroom lessons and hands-on activities.

Concepts

the water cycle, the water table, evaporation, condensation, precipitation, bodies of water, states of matter

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Use as an interdisciplinary activity between science and language arts
• Have learners present their plays in front of other classes during a school-wide focus on conservation

Classroom Considerations

• Some lessons require access to the Internet

Pros

• Provides all necessary rubrics
• A fun and engaging way to learn about how water works
• Offers opportunities for differentiation

Cons

• None

Common Core

W.3.2.a W.3.3.a W.4.2.a W.4.3.a