004 - Water

Everywhere?

Significant Concept

To have an understanding of how different civilisations have manipulated water.

Key Terminology

            • Replenishable
            • Water Preservation
            • Safe Drinking Water
            • Hydrological Cycle

Activity One - Watch

  • What is the hydrological cycle? What factors influence the hydrological cycle?
  • How have people manipulated the different sources of water?

Activity Two - Discuss

  • How have people manipulated the different sources of water?
  • What impact have humans had on water sources?


Read

National Geographic: Water is Life by Barbara Kingsolver


Worksheet - click here

The worksheet focuses on why as humans we need water, where the major water sources are (an Atlas will be needed) and includes a series of comprehension questions in which you will need to read the National Geographic article above.