Water & Earth Systems STEM Unit for Kids Teach the water cycle and real-world water science with a simple, structured, and hands-on approach. This 5-day science unit helps kids explore how water moves, changes, and interacts with the environment through easy-to-set-up activities and meaningful observations. Students will investigate evaporation, condensation, stormwater runoff, density, and ice melt while making connections to real-world topics like pollution and environmental impact. 👉 Everything is designed to be low-prep and easy to use with materials you likely already have. What’s Included 5 Hands-On Water Science Activities Step-by-Step Instructions for Each Activity Student Observation & Recording Pages Water Cycle Printable Pack (labeling, vocabulary, and review pages) Water Cycle Diorama Project (culminating activity) Teacher Guide with lesson flow and tips Simplified NGSS-aligned learning support How to Use Use this pack as a complete 5-day science unit: Day 1: Water Cycle Basics Day 2: Evaporation & Condensation Day 3: Stormwater Runoff & Pollution Day 4: Water Properties (Density & Floating) Day 5: Ice Melt & Environmental Impact Or spread activities out and use the printables and project for extended learning. Concepts Covered Water Cycle Evaporation & Condensation Stormwater Runoff & Pollution Density & Floating Ice Melt & Heat Transfer Real-World Water Systems Grade Level Grades K–5 (easily adaptable) Why You’ll Love It Simple, low-prep activities Clear structure—no guessing what to do next Hands-on learning that keeps kids engaged Real-world connections that make science meaningful Flexible for classroom or homeschool use Perfect For Classroom science units Homeschool lessons STEM activities Science centers Sub plans Product Details Digital Download (PDF) Instant Access No physical product will be shipped Teacher Tip Start with the included 5-day plan and add extension activities or printables as needed. You don’t need to use everything—this pack is designed to be flexible. Want More Done-for-You Science? Check out the All Access Pass for hundreds of hands-on science, STEM, and art activities you can use anytime.