Focusing on the hydrologic cycle, students deepen their understanding of how water moves through the natural and urban environment. They learn how Arizona has developed structures which function to compensate for changing weather patterns to provide residents with a stable source of water and discover the cause and effect relationships of overuse.

Students will:

• Learn the intricacies of the groundwater system.
• Understand the locations of Arizona water supplies and the structures (canals, dams, pumps, reservoirs) and functions of its movement.
• Construct a model to simulate the amount of energy it takes to move water across Arizona.
• Be offered opportunities for a “Deeper Dive” in Arizona’s unique hydrologic system.
• And much more!

All Aqua STEM Units use 3-D Science principles to help students ask questions, define problems, and understand real world solutions.

Specialized curriculum unit, coaching, in-class presentation, and field event facilitation are provided!

Please Note: “Bringing Science Standards to Life with Systems Thinking” is a Pre-requite for all Aqua STEM units.