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Story of a River
Lesson6 of 11 in this unit
PrimaryYear 3 - 4EnglishScienceEnvironmentalClimate ChangeSustainabilityWater
Lesson Summary
Students investigate what happens when people’s activities result in water pollution. Pollution on land is simulated with the addition of easily obtained materials in a clear bowl of water. Students make links with retaining healthy waterways with preventing polluting substances from reaching them.
NOTE: This activity requires a considerable amount of preparation (see Preparation Instructions at the end of the Teacher Worksheet).
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand many substances can pollute rivers and other waterways.
- understand that the things that we as individuals do can contribute to pollution if we dispose of things inappropriately.
Success criteria
Students can:
- participate in a science demonstration
- follow instructions
- communicate their ideas with the class
- work collaboratively.
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