1. Lesson /19/18
SWBAT evaluate solutions for water shortages. Do Now: What are ways you can help save water?

2. Saving Water By…

3. In Groups: Solutions for Water Shortage
Read article and your specific solution
Answer questions on the back
Remember: describe means you need to elaborate
Why is it an advantage/disadvantage
Think beyond the text – make inferences!

4. Share Out Solutions
Fill out the graphic organizer as groups as sharing their solutions

5. Make a Plan
In your groups – come up with a plan for how to deal with water shortages
Short-term: What can you do now that will help?
Long-term: What can you do to make water sustainable?

6. Use Engineering! New Shower
How does the shower save water?

7. Water-less washing machine
What technology does this this washing machine use in order to reduce water?

8. Discussion
Which design to reduce water usage do you think was the best? Why?
What do you think is the best strategy that individuals could use to reduce water usage? Why?

9. Exit Ticket
Do you think engineering and new technology should play a role in water conservation? Why or why not?