Conserving Water Through Art
Elementary
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Author:
Ashley SchopierayOrganization:
Earthday Network
(View other resources)Source of Funding:
Earth Day NetworkYear Published:
2009Available in Another Language? (specify):
EnglishAdditional Resources Required
- one glass jar per student
- craft material to decorate jar (glitter, felt, ribbon, etc.)
- one large paper banner
- black line master provided
Cost:
0.00
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Description
This lesson is designed to inform students about the scarcity of water in the world and to encourage them to think about ways that they can conserve water in their own homes.
Students will:
- Discuss the distribution of water on earth and how much water is available to sustain life.
- Discuss the various ways water is used in our society today.
- make a group pledge to conserve water and visually represent the pledge on a large paper banner.
- create decorative jars to place by sink to remind people to conserve water.
General Assessment
Strengths
- The resource integrates art into the discussion of water and its sustainability.
- This resource is well laid out and easy to use.
- Blackline masters are available for printing directly from the resource.
- Activities presented will meet the learning styles of many students.
Weaknesses
- Students do not take part in authentic action experiences.
- The majority of activities are teacher directed.
- Activities do not adequately address the impact of water use on the Earth and non-humans.
To enhance this resource the following changes are strongly recommended:
- Students should take part in authentic action experiences.
To enhance this resource the following changes would be beneficial:
- Students should be given more opportunity to choose elements of the programming.
Themes Addressed
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Water (1)
- Water Use
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