Whizzy the Waterdrop’s Incredible Journeys (Years 1 & 2)

Explores the concept of the water cycle
This is an interactive storybook and is part of the early childhood component of the Waterwatch program, and is designed to develop a knowledge and understanding of the water cycle and increase awareness of the importance of protecting and conserving water. 20 Whizzy the Waterdrop squeezable toys are included in the kit for use in the classroom, for displays and to stimulate discussion.

BEFORE THE VISIT:
Cover some of the basic aspects of the water cycle – what forms can water take, where might it go (eg. Down a river, or evaporating into the sky
Explore some of the ways that students might interact with water in their daily lives (eg. Having a shower, brushing their teeth, going to the toilet, swimming at the beach or in a pool.)
MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR THE VISIT:
A board where the large story-book can be propped
Access to a chalkboard to illustrate the water cycle
Area for children to sit on the floor


AVERAGE DURATION:
Half an hour for the story and questions plus fifteen minutes for describing
the water cycle and associated questions.

SUGGESTED FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES:
Use the Black-line masters to create Whizzy characters and scenes for the classroom
Create a water cycle poster for the classroom
Re-read the storybook, focusing on a particular journey such as the tree journey.
Sing all the songs you know about water
Suggest ways to save water around the school