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Water pollution is everywhere, and pollutants range from oil to fertilizers. Bring the concept to life by demonstrating the difficulties in getting particular pollutants out of water.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have learners predict which pollutants would be the most difficult and easiest to clean out of the water
- Take a field trip to a local water treatment plant to extend the learning experience
Classroom Considerations
- Gather and acquire the necessary household materials required for implementing the demonstration ahead of time
- Fits best in a unit or lesson on water pollution or conservation
- Demonstate in an area that all learners can see
Pros
- Makes learning relevant by connecting the demonstration to a real world experience
- Encourages learners to be water conservationists
- Simple and easy to implement
Cons
- None