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For the Juniors: Using and storing water on a farm

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Child stands beside rainwater tank next to shed
For the Juniors: Using and storing water on a farm

SUBJECTS:  Science

YEARS:  F–2


Can you imagine a farm with no water?

What might happen to the animals and crops?

This clip explains how important a water supply is for farmers.

You will see some ways that farmers store water, which is especially important when there is limited or no rain.


Things to think about

  1. 1.Think about the last time it rained. Where did puddles form? Why do they form in that area? On the land rain collects in lakes and dams. Why do farmers have dams on their properties?
  2. 2.Notice the many ways that water is used on a farm. What are some different places you see water being stored? How is water moved around the farm? Native animals may be affected by farms but how might they also benefit from farms?
  3. 3.Of all the ways that farmers use water, what do you think is the most important? Why do you think this? What might happen to dams and water holes if it doesn't rain for a long time? What could the farmer do if this happens? What are some things a farmer could do to make the water supply last longer?
  4. 4.Create a device to capture rain water. What could you use to capture the water as it falls? How can you store it? Draw your ideas and ask an adult to help you make it. Measure how much rain you collect. If you collect water from your roof and store it in a water tank, keep a record of how you use the water over a week.


Acknowledgements

Nature of Australia, Camera: David Parer.


Date of broadcast: 14 Aug 2000


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