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The Water Cycle — A Placemat for Kids

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What better time to reinforce a concept than when you're eating? Boost scholars' knowledge of the water cycle with an eye-catching placemat featuring playful raindrops and bright colors. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Concepts
the water cycle, water, states of water, water vapor, clouds, rain, snow, the sun, evaporation, groundwater, ice, precipitation, transpiration, water runoff, lakes, oceans, liquids, solids, solids and liquids, gases
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Additional Tags
science
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Instructional Ideas
  • Copy in color onto cardstock and laminate for the best-looking and longest-lasting placemat 
  • Keep placemats in the classroom for times when pupils eat their lunch inside 
  • Send placemats home for learners to reference while eating meals with their family, encouraging parents and guardians to quiz their child 
Classroom Considerations
  • Be aware of classroom allergies prior to eating in the classroom 
Pros
  • Pictures and text detail the water cycle 
  • Offers engaging cartoon images
Cons
  • Small arrows and an overall busy appearance may prove challenging for some pupils to follow along