Water Fix
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Grades3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8Science
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Provided by Crash Course Kids
What it is
- In this video from Crash Course Kids, students will learn about solutions for water scarcity, using the California droughts as an example.
- The video also covers topics such as water recycling, aqueducts, and desalination.
Teaching tips
Positives
- This video places students as part of the solution, which will help them feel empowered to make a change.
- Students will love the graphics and cartoons throughout the video.
Prerequisites
- Students should know the difference between freshwater and seawater.
Differentiation & Implementation
- To demonstrate their understanding, students can write down the three solutions for water scarcity discussed in the video.
- After watching, students can discuss ideas for conserving water at home. Students can then create a pamphlet to inform others how they can be part of the water scarcity solution.
- To make connections to climate change, teachers can explain the impacts climate change has on the water cycle, including increased droughts.
- Teachers can connect this video to UN Sustainable Development Goal 6, Clean Water and Sanitation.
From the scientist review
This resource analyzes several solutions to the water crisis in California. Both conservation and engineering solutions are examined, with a focus on problem-solving. Key terms are defined on-screen. While climate change is not mentioned, this video could well serve a class studying climate change and drought. This resource is recommended for teaching.
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