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Drinking clean water can be taken for granted. Explore the process and high cost of filtering water with a water pollution and filtration activity. Young scientist build a filtration system to filter polluted water, examine the economics behind cleaning water, and research the available resources among different countries. They then present their findings and reflect through writing.
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Instructional Ideas
- Spread awareness of water pollution by arranging for your groups to visit other classrooms and present their findings to peers
- Research clean water projects around the globe and what proactive measures are being taken to provide clean water to communities
Classroom Considerations
- Lesson preparation requires assembling of packets; enlist assistance or require class members to gather the items at the beginning of the lesson
- Lesson details recommend having an assistant in the classroom to help with the construction of water filtration systems
Pros
- Includes detailed teacher directions
- The activity takes a look into the world's available drinking water and sparks a discussion about its importance for survival
Cons
- None