The water cycle

In this set of activities, students learn about the water cycle and, in particular, how water in the soil contributes to the cycle and responds to changes in it.

Subjects: Geography, Science, Earth Science

Age range: 8–11 years old

Type: reading and practical activities

Complexity: easy to medium

Lesson time required: 6 hours

Includes the use of: soil, water, various containers, measuring cylinders, food colouring, standard software, internet

Downloadable: ESA CCI Education Resource Pack_Water cycle.pdf