Over the last month, we have been working on our Land and Water unit for science. The kids work in small groups to simulate the water cycle, erosion, deposition, etc. in their stream tables. This is a great collaborative group effort. The students test hypotheses using the scientific method. They are required to make observations, take details notes, sketch, and analyze the effects of the elements on the land. As we wrap up the unit, the students will build dams and then plant seeds to see how that will impact erosion.
This mural was created by the students to demonstrate their understanding of Land and Water vocabulary words: springs, tributaries, head, waterfall, erosion, valley, oxbow lake, meander, floodplain, canyon, and mouth.