water cycle / Activity Analysis

Science

• The child learned about the different stages of the water cycle, including evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
• They understood that water can change from a liquid to a gas and back to a liquid again.
• The child learned that the water cycle is a continuous process that helps distribute water on Earth.

For continued development, encourage the child to observe the water cycle in real-life situations, such as watching raindrops on a window or steam rising from a hot drink. They can also create a mini water cycle in a jar by adding water, covering it with plastic wrap, and placing it in the sun. This hands-on exploration will reinforce their understanding of the water cycle.

Book Recommendations

• The Magic School Bus: Wet All Over by Joanna Cole: Join Ms. Frizzle and her students as they embark on a wet and wild adventure to learn about the water cycle.
• All the Water in the World by George Ella Lyon: This beautifully illustrated book explains where water comes from and how it moves through the water cycle.
• A Drop Around the World by Barbara Shaw McKinney: Follow a single drop of water as it travels around the world, experiencing different stages of the water cycle.