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Describe and illustrate the continuous movement of water above and on the surface of Earth through the water cycle and explain the role of the Sun as a major source of energy in this process.
Grade 4 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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Skills
- describe (the continuous movement of water above and on the surface of Earth) #dok2
- illustrate (the water cycle) #dok2
- explain (the role of the Sun as a major source of energy in the water cycle) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can describe the continuous movement of water above and on the surface of Earth. #dok2
- I can illustrate the different stages of the water cycle. #dok2
- I can explain the role of the Sun as a major source of energy driving the movement of water on Earth. #dok3
Big Ideas
- The water cycle is a continuous process that moves water above and on Earth's surface, driven by the Sun's energy.
- Understanding the stages of the water cycle helps explain how water moves and is recycled in environments.
Essential Questions
- How does water move above and on the surface of Earth?
- What are the main stages of the water cycle?
- How does the Sun drive the movement of water in the water cycle?
- Why is understanding the water cycle important for understanding Earth's systems?
- What might happen to Earth's water cycle if the Sun's energy was reduced?