1999-2000 Elementary School Water Lessons

 

Lesson # 1: Fresh Water on the Earth

Compare the vast amount of salt water to the limited amount of freshwater.

 
  Lesson # 2: How Water is Processed

Discover how water from Jordan Lake is treated and made potable (drinkable).

Lesson # 3: Water Distribution

Learn how water travels from the Water Treatment Plant to homes and businesses throughout Town.

 
  Lesson # 4: The Water Cycle

See how water continuously moves through the environment in a never-ending cycle.

Lesson # 5: Community Water Cycle

Discover the flow of water and wastewater through the Town of Cary.

 
  Lesson # 6: Finding Water Leaks

Find leaks in your home using simple techniques, including reading your water meter.

Lesson # 7: Surface vs. Groundwater

Compare the differences and similarities between surface and groundwater. Also includes a discussion of point and non-point source pollution.

 
  Lesson # 8: Meeting Cary's Water Needs

Look at Cary's water sources and determine how to meet our long term water needs.

Lesson # 9: Wastewater Treatment

Learn how sewage is processed and returned to the environment. Includes a discussion of reclaimed water.

 
  Lesson # 10: Water Conservation (also the kick off lesson for S.L.O.W.)

Why it is important to conserve water and how to do it.

 

**All lessons are approximately 30 minutes long. The Town of Cary Water Conservation Program will supply all necessary materials.

 


 

Conserve Because You CAN

Town of Cary Water Conservation Program

Department of Public Works and Utilities

www.townofcary.org

(919) 469-4090