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The Water Cycle — A Placemat for Kids PrintablesThe Water Cycle — A Placemat for Kids Printables
Publisher
US Geological Survey
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Grade
2nd - 5th
Subjects
Science
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Duration
15 mins
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The Water Cycle — A Placemat for Kids

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What better time to reinforce a concept than when you're eating? Boost scholars' knowledge of the water cycle with an eye-catching placemat featuring playful raindrops and bright colors. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the water cycle, water, states of water, water vapor, clouds, rain, snow, the sun, evaporation, groundwater, ice, precipitation, transpiration, water runoff, lakes, oceans, liquids, solids, solids and liquids, gases

Additional Tags

science

Instructional Ideas

  • Copy in color onto cardstock and laminate for the best-looking and longest-lasting placemat 
  • Keep placemats in the classroom for times when pupils eat their lunch inside 
  • Send placemats home for learners to reference while eating meals with their family, encouraging parents and guardians to quiz their child 

Classroom Considerations

  • Be aware of classroom allergies prior to eating in the classroom 

Pros

  • Pictures and text detail the water cycle 
  • Offers engaging cartoon images

Cons

  • Small arrows and an overall busy appearance may prove challenging for some pupils to follow along 

Common Core

RI.2.7 RI.3.7 RI.4.7 RI.5.7 RI.6.7

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