Vancouver's Water System Model

Today we continued with our project of building Vancouver's Water System including Capilano and Seymour reservoirs. A Sesame Street clip on water reinforced the idea that every living thing needs water. "Water is important." concluded Esme.

Everyone took a part in the project: Julia and Alfie painted the mountains, Bela painted the land, Esme and Sofia painted houses and Simone painted a water treatment plant. While they worked I began the discussion of how important it is that we take care of our reservoirs and not pollute them "Ya, I don't want yucky water" said Sofia.

Next week we'll add snow on the mountain tops, rivers and streams and a pipe system for the water to travel through. Many of the children in other groups are curious about what we're doing. The Fire Group will present their model and practice talking in from of a group and share their knowledge.