Exploring the Water Cycle
Grade 2nd Grade · Science · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe the different parts of the water cycle.
Warm-Up Video
SciShow Kids · 6:45
Water's Amazing Journey | SciShow Kids
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
The four main steps of the water cycle are evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.
- 2
During evaporation, water changes from a liquid to a gas called water vapor and rises into the atmosphere.
- 3
During condensation, water vapor cools and turns back into a liquid, forming clouds, which leads to precipitation such as rain or snow.
Practice Questions
9 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Name and describe the four parts of the water cycle.”
Teacher Guide
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