Hey there! Today, we’re going to learn about water and why it’s important not to waste it. I noticed my kitchen faucet was dripping even after I turned it off, and I don’t want to waste water!
My friend Squeaks was worried that if we waste too much water, the Earth might run out. But don’t worry, the Earth has a lot of water! Most of it is in the oceans, which cover a big part of our planet. However, ocean water is salty, and we can’t drink it or use it for our plants.
We need freshwater, which doesn’t have a lot of salt. But here’s the catch: only a small part of Earth’s water is freshwater. And even less of that is easy for us to use because a lot of it is frozen in ice or deep underground.
Even though the Earth won’t run out of freshwater, it takes time to clean and recycle the water we use. That’s why it’s important to save water whenever we can. Here are some simple ways to do that:
By learning more about Earth’s water, we can all help make sure there’s enough clean, fresh water for everyone. I’m going to try fixing my kitchen faucet now to save some water. Thanks for joining me, and remember, every little bit helps!
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Water Detective: Become a water detective in your home! With the help of an adult, go around your house and find places where water might be wasted. Check for dripping faucets, running toilets, or any leaks. Make a list of what you find and talk about how you can fix these problems to save water.
Water-Saving Challenge: Try to save as much water as you can for one whole day. Keep track of how many times you turn off the tap while brushing your teeth or how quickly you can take a shower. At the end of the day, share with your family how much water you think you saved and how it felt to be a water saver!
Water Cycle Experiment: Create your own mini water cycle at home! Fill a clear plastic cup with a little bit of water and cover it with plastic wrap. Place it in a sunny spot and watch what happens over a few days. Can you see the water evaporating and then forming droplets on the plastic wrap? Talk about how this is similar to how water moves around on Earth.
