Second grade students at Sacred Heart Catholic School recently explored the science of water flow through an engaging, hands-on lesson that transformed them into young scientists and engineers.
As part of their earth science studies, students created watershed models using crumpled paper to form mountains, hills and valleys. They then used blue-colored water to observe how water naturally flows from the highest points on the landscape to the lowest points, forming streams and rivers along the way before eventually reaching larger bodies of water, such as oceans.
Through this interactive investigation, students gained a deeper understanding of watersheds and learned how waterways are connected across Earth’s surface. By carefully watching the paths the water created, they were able to see firsthand how gravity influences the movement of water and shapes our environment.
The activity encouraged collaboration, critical thinking and scientific observation as students worked together, tested their models and shared their discoveries. The lesson highlighted the power of experiential learning, allowing students to connect classroom concepts with real-world science in a meaningful and memorable way.
