The Amazing Journey of the Water Cycle
The Amazing Journey of the Water Cycle
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The Amazing Journey of the Water Cycle
What do you already know about the water cycle?
Learning Objective
At the end of this lesson you will be able to explain the main stages of the water cycle and why it is important for life on Earth.
What is the Water Cycle?
The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.
Overview of the Stages
The main stages are evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection.
Condensation Forms Clouds
Condensation happens when water vapour cools and changes back into liquid, forming clouds.
Precipitation: Rain and Snow
When water droplets in clouds get heavy, they fall as rain, snow, or hail. This is called precipitation.
Collection in Nature
Water collects in oceans, rivers, lakes, and even underground—ready to repeat the cycle.
Why is the Water Cycle Important?
It provides fresh water for plants, animals and humans, and helps regulate Earth's temperature.
The Water Cycle and You
Our daily lives depend on the water cycle, from the water we drink to the food we eat.
Quick Facts
Did you know?
The water you drink today could have fallen as rain thousands of years ago!
Another fact
Only 3% of Earth's water is fresh water. Most of it is locked in ice caps and glaciers.
Evaporation Explained
Evaporation is when the sun heats up water in rivers or lakes and turns it into vapour.
Summary
The water cycle keeps water moving around our planet, making life possible. Can you name the four main stages?
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
