Watching Our Water
Grades: 6th - 8th
Welcome to Watching Our Water, a three-part water education program for 6th-8th grade students about the intricacies of Tucson's unique water situation, focusing on water sources, the urban water cycle, water use, and water conservation. It includes a pre-visit video, a hands-on and interactive classroom presentation (designed to fit into a typical 50-60 minute classroom period), and a post-visit video. Each student receives an in-depth Watching Our Water Learning Guide filled with engaging activities and video links to reinforce newly acquired learning. The presentation and related materials are aligned with ADE standards. Watching Our Water is sponsored by Tucson Water and offered free of charge to Tucson-area schools.
For additional information about the Watching Our Water program for 6th-8th grade students, contact Debbie Gevirtzman at debbie@eeexchange.org or 520-670-1442.
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Program Materials
PRE-VISIT VIDEO
It is critical to show this 11-minute video before your classroom presentation, so that students are prepared with the necessary vocabulary and content.
Post-Visit VIdeO & Learning guide
Watch this 14-minute post-visit video for Watching Our Water after your classroom presentation! Emulating a video conference call, this fun and engaging video provides an in-depth look at water sources, climate change, careers, and water conservation, reinforcing the importance of taking action to protect Tucson’s water.
In addition, each student receives the Watching Our Water Learning Guide at the end of the classroom presentation. Additional activities can be found in the Learning Guide, including QR Codes and URLs for additional videos.
Standards & Background information
Download: Program ADE Standards
Download: Teacher Background Information
