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Discover basic water concepts!
All classes are designed to support grade level state curriculum standards. All classes cover grade appropriate information on water sources, treating water for health and safety, and source protection and conservation. In addition, individual grade level presentations address: 2nd grade: The forces that move water. How gravity and pumps move water from the mountains to homes and schools. Includes hands-on activity with pumps and a short video on water conservation. (60 minute class) 3rd grade: The properties of water. Why is water so important? What makes water different from other matter? Where is water located on the earth and in what states? Presentation includes a water treatment demonstration and water conservation video. (60 minute class) 4th grade: California water history. How geography of California influences water in the state. The role of water in the state's history and its importance to California's economy. Includes hands on map exercises, role play and discuss water distribution issues, and view California water history video. (75 minute class) 5th grade: Water cycle and drinking water treatment. Students discover the forms and location of water around the world and then actively role play water molecules as they move through the water cycle. Students discuss the origin of water used in the community, view a video on water treatment, and participate in a water treatment demonstration. (75 minute class) All classroom programs are offered at no cost to participating schools within the CCWD service area. Note: These classes stand on their own, but are especially effective when done in conjunction with the water treatment plant tour or the Watershed Connection visit. Classroom programs can be adapted for special needs.
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