Title: Rainwater Harvesting – Saving Water for a Rainy Day!
Objective: Students will learn about rainwater harvesting and its importance in conserving water.
Materials Needed:
- Drawing paper
- Crayons/markers
- Pencils
- Chart paper
Introduction (5 minutes):
- Begin by asking students if they know what rainwater harvesting is.
- Explain that rainwater harvesting is the process of collecting and storing rainwater for later use.
- Discuss why rainwater harvesting is important, such as conserving water, reducing water bills, and helping the environment.
Activity (15 minutes):
- Drawing: Give each student a piece of drawing paper and crayons/markers. Ask them to draw a picture of a rainwater harvesting system. Encourage them to include a house, a rain barrel or tank, and rain falling from the sky.
- Writing: On a separate piece of paper, ask students to write a sentence or two about why rainwater harvesting is important. For example, “Rainwater harvesting helps save water for plants and animals.”
- Discussion: Have students share their drawings and sentences with the class. Discuss the different ways they can conserve water at home.
Conclusion (5 minutes):
- Recap the importance of rainwater harvesting and how it helps save water.
- Encourage students to share what they learned with their families and friends.
Extension Activity:
- Create a class poster about rainwater harvesting, using the students’ drawings and sentences.
- Discuss other ways to conserve water at home, such as fixing leaky faucets and taking shorter showers.