The Water Cycle
Students will explore the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
Key Questions
- Analyze the stages of the water cycle and how they connect.
- Explain the role of the sun's energy in driving the water cycle.
- Construct a diagram illustrating the path of a water droplet through the cycle.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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