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Lesson 2 of 84 · Earth Materials
ExperimentThe Water Cycle
What You'll Learn
The water cycle goes round and round: water evaporates, forms clouds, falls as rain, and collects in rivers and oceans.
Key Words
- weather
- temperature
Materials Needed
- cups
- thermometer
- rain gauge
Safety First
- Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.
- Handle glass items carefully to avoid breakage.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Look at the new words. Can you say each one?
Step 2 — Do
Collect soil from two different places. Compare the color, texture, and what you find in each.
Step 3 — Observe
Use your senses to describe what you notice.
Step 4 — Record
Write 1-2 sentences about what happened.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What makes rain?