ESS2.4 Cycling of Water 25-26

​ESS2.4 Cycling of Water

By Katherine Leonard

​ESS2.4 Develop and use a model to describe the cycling of water through Earth's systems driven by energy from the sun and the force of gravity.

​Essential Question:
How does the Sun's energy and gravity work together to drive the cycling of water through Earth's systems?

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​Exploring the Water Cycle

Interactive Water Cycle Diagram for Kids (Intermediate)

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Explain: Parts of the Water Cycle

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Fill in your graphic organizer as we read through the workbook pages.

Multiple Choice

How does the Sun's energy drive the water cycle?

• It heats water, causing evaporation.

• It freezes water in clouds.

• It removes water from the oceans.

• It stops evaporation.

​Think about it: What causes the precipitation to fall to the ground?

Freezing Precipitation

Complete the Reading Check and the Model It on this page. Then label your graphic organizer.

Multiple Select

What TWO factors together drive the water cycle?

• ocean currents

• energy from the sun

• Earth's rotation

• gravity

Evaluate: Exit Ticket