- large magnetic pictures, ideal for presentations to the teaching group or for independent assembly and understanding
- clear and easy to understand
- index cards with differentiated terms
- with worksheets and interactive exercises
- detailed handout with useful information about the water cycle
- with suggestions for education about sustainability
- the comprehensive package for exciting experiments about water
- learn about the water cycle and states of matter in the educational film, then reproduce the results independently through water experiments and with magnetic pictures
- extend research knowledge with digital interactive exercises, worksheets and window film
- experimental materials, pupil and teacher experiment cards
- easy to use thanks to the many pre-prepared experiments
- with suggestions for education about sustainability
- 27 child-friendly experiments on the topic of water
- learning through research and discovery embedded in a story
- materials for 6 groups, assembled in groups
- suitable from 1st or 2nd year of school
- Also suitable for iPads and tablet PCs
- Film (HD) with a running time of approx. 8 minutes,
- 6 worksheets and accompanying text
- From Year 4
- General knowledge, natural sciences, biology, physics
- one bottle diver, one Heron's fountain and one whirlpool!
- fascinating water experiments at a special price
The Water Cycle in Elementary School
In the water cycle in elementary school, children learn everything about the topic of water. Rivers and oceans, water droplets, heat, water vapor, clouds, and rain - all of this is related to the water cycle. Water has various appearances and changes depending on temperature. Thus, water on Earth is on a constant journey. Who hasn't heard the following curious questions: Where does the water come from or how are clouds formed? Exactly such questions can be examined in detail in the topic of the water cycle in science lessons. The water cycle illustrates to students the unique natural phenomena of our Earth and the natural cyclical processes of nature like weather and seasons. Discover fascinating materials about the water cycle for elementary school now at TimeTEX!
Why is the Topic of the Water Cycle So Important?
The water cycle in elementary school is an exciting topic and plays a central role in science lessons. Why? Because the water cycle serves to promote the scientific thinking of children as early as possible. At the same time, the topic aims to instill in children a responsible and mindful awareness of the valuable resource of water. Thus, students should not only be able to describe the states of water and explain the water cycle but also develop environmental awareness. The topic of the water cycle in elementary school can be very well combined with other topics in science lessons. Possible combinations include weather and seasons or even space.
The Water Cycle: What Children Should Know About It
- Water and its various states: solid, liquid & gaseous
- Difference between evaporation, vaporization, and condensation
- What are water molecules?
- Other important terms include: boiling, freezing, melting, solidifying, liquefying
- How are clouds, thunderstorms, and fog formed?
- Where is water found everywhere?
Tips for Teachers - Explaining the Water Cycle Simply
Explaining the water cycle to children in elementary school can be made simple - Let us help you with lesson planning!
For a successful introduction to the topic of the water cycle in elementary school, we recommend building on the prior knowledge and personal experiences of the elementary school students. Ask where the children come into contact with water in everyday life and in which areas water plays a particularly important role. Before getting to the water cycle, you must first explain some terms (e.g., evaporation, vaporization, etc.) and important technical terms (e.g., state of aggregation or molecule). It is important to regularly repeat the new terms so that the students can memorize what they have learned sustainably. Once the children have a basic understanding of water and its states, you can gradually move on to the individual stages of the water cycle.
To explain the water cycle to children as vividly as possible, the creative science teaching materials from TimeTEX or our exciting experiments are suitable. Using a graphical representation such as our magnetic set, you can explain the water cycle in elementary school visibly and comprehensibly. It is ideal for presentation on the board because it provides elementary school students with the perfect overview of the key facts about the water cycle.
From theory to practice! Especially the water cycle is an illustrative subject area because it offers so many experiments and aha moments. Turn your students into little researchers with pre-made experiments on topics like weather and many others. To deepen what they have learned and increase the motivation of the children, we recommend integrating experiments into science lessons. By experimenting together, the curiosity of the students is immediately aroused because they can act independently and experience the water cycle up close. You will quickly realize that elementary school students understand the connections and new terms related to the water cycle more quickly and remember them sustainably. This way, interest in natural sciences is playfully reinforced!
Explaining the Water Cycle Simply - Videos as a Modern Alternative
In addition to worksheets, graphical representations, and experiments, there are also informative films on DVD about the topic of the water cycle in elementary school. Especially in homeschooling, this is a good alternative for explaining and deepening the topic. In just a few minutes, the states of aggregation and the water cycle are explained simply.