1. Ecosystems
The Water Cycle

2. Objective We will learn how water is cycled in ecosystems.
We will be able to draw a sketch of the water cycle.

3. Let’s watch a video!
Water Cycle Song
water cycle video

4. Read pages D36-D37 and 1) What is the main “engine” driving the water cycle? 2) When a puddle disappears after the sun comes out where does it go? 3) What is the name of the process in which water vapor turns into a liquid? 4) After the water has condensed into clouds it falls back to the Earth in the form of _______________. 5) What is the name of the process when a plant releases water through its leaves?

5. Draw a sketch of the water cycle in your notebook