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In this lesson, students learn about the issue of water waste. They search for water leaks in the school building, apply scientific data-gathering procedures to document their observations, and calculate the long-term effects of any leaks they observe. Students learn the value of having scientific data as they pitch to school administrators recommendations for improvements. They also see that small water leaks like the dripping of a tap, multiplied by millions of dripping faucets, can add up to significant waste and that this waste can easily be reduced or prevented.
Key objectives for students
Identify sources of water leaks in the school building.
Understand the impact of leaky faucets on limited water supplies when magnified to include the larger community.
Use scientific data to communicate recommendations for reducing water waste to school administrators.
