#watercycle

Okay so I modified Nori’s watercycle AGAIN because I wasn’t very happy with the first iteration being basically a fish tank on wheels.

LET’S GO OVER SOME OF THE FEATURES!

The curved rubber lip is to prevent water within the cycle from splashing out during movement. The lip is curved inwards so it may redirect stray drops back into the tank. This doesn’t prevent giant sloshes from escaping. It also allows the occupant to comfortably rest their appendages on the edge of the tank.

The collapsible desk is affixed to the cycle via suction cups that attach to the side. It can be removed at any time.

The bag clip is simply a plastic clip that hangs on the edge of the cycle. It can be removed at any time.

The drainage plug is, of course, to drain out old water in the cycle so it may be replaced.

The tires can be switched out to more specialized types, like offroad tires or road tires (think like a bicycle). However Nori is only really ever out of the water for school and domestic outings with friends, so all-terrains are all she needs.

The wheel lock is pressed downward when in motion and can be popped up when parked, like during classes.

The cycle is operated by the occupant shifting their weight to the front and back of the tank. This will, in turn, cause it to move forward, backward, or slow down. Shifting left or right also causes the cycle to turn in that direction. However, assistance via the push handle is advised while going uphill or downhill.

The Earth is often called the Blue Planet because a lot of its surface is covered with water. When you look at it it seems like it would be impossible for the world to ever run out of water.. If there is so much water around us then why do so many people still have a hard time getting clean drinking water?

The answer to this question is found in science. The Earth has a lot of water. Only a small amount of it is good for us to use every day. When we understand this it helps kids see why every single drop of freshwater is important and why we all need to help protect it.

Not All Water Is Good to Drink

One thing that might surprise you about our planet is that most of the water on the Earth is in the oceans and seas and it is too salty for people to drink.

The rest of the water is freshwater. A lot of it is stuck in glaciers, ice caps or deep underground. Really only a tiny part of the Earths water is easy to get to and use for drinking, farming, cooking and helping animals.

We have to share this amount of water with a lot of people, animals and plants all around the world.

How the Water Cycle Works

The Earth has a way of recycling water and it is called the water cycle.

The Sun heats up the water in the oceans. It turns into air. As the air cools down it forms clouds. Eventually the clouds get too heavy. They release rain or snow which gives us freshwater in our rivers, lakes, forests and towns.

This process has been happening for millions of years. It helps keep our water clean.. Even though the water is always moving there is still not enough freshwater for everyone.

Why We Have a Water Problem

We have a water crisis when it is hard to get freshwater.

There are reasons why this happens:

Pollution gets into our rivers and lakes.

The weather is. This means we have longer periods without rain and unpredictable rainfall.

More people are being. This means we need more water.

We are using much water from underground and this is making it run out.

We waste water every day. This reduces the amount of water we have.

All these things make freshwater one of the important resources we have on the Earth.

Why Freshwater Is Important

Freshwater is necessary for life.

People need it to drink, cook and wash their hands. Farmers need it to grow food and animals need it to survive. We also need freshwater to keep our forests, wetlands and ecosystems healthy.

When we protect freshwater we are protecting people and the Earth at the time.

How Kids Can Help

Even small actions can make a difference.

Kids can help by:

Turning off the tap when they are brushing their teeth.

Taking showers.

Using the water they need.

Learning about taking care of the Earth.

Telling their friends and family to save water.

When kids do these things they are learning to be responsible and help keep freshwater safe for the future.

Learn More with Fun Stories

Kids often learn best when they are told stories and do activities.

If you want to learn more about the Earths water crisis in a way you can read the original article from Spika Creation:

It has to-understand explanations fun facts, quizzes and interactive games to help kids learn why freshwater is so important.

Final Thoughts

Science helps us understand that the Earths water crisis is not because we do not have water but because we do not have enough clean freshwater for everyone.

When kids learn about the water cycle why freshwater is scarce and how their daily habits affect the Earth they can learn to respect and take care of one of our planets important resources.

Oceans are a major part of Earth’s water cycle. They store most of the planet’s water and continuously exchange moisture with the atmosphere through evaporation and rainfall. This cycle influences global weather, climate, and ecosystem balance.