Science - 4th Grade
Educational Links

Standard 1

Students will understand that water changes state as it moves through the water cycle.

• 4th Grade OER Science Textbook
  This Open Educational Resource (OER) textbook has been written specifically for students as a reputable source for them to obtain information aligned to the Utah Science Standards.
• 4th Grade Sci-ber Text
  From USBE, a fun, interactive online textbook. Correlates directly with Utah's science core curriculum.
• 4th Grade Teacher Resource Book (TRB)
  Great resource for teaching the core curriculum, including activities and background information.
• Drinking Water and Ground Water Kids' Stuff
  This is a list of water links that can be used when learning about water.
• Interactive Water Cycle
  An online activity that lets students control the water cycle as they learn.
• The Search for the Water Cycle: Student Guide -pdf
  This booklet will help students (with the help of their teacher and parents) understand the water cycle.
• The Search for the Water Cycle: Teacher Guide -pdf
  This guide provides activities designed to: introduce the science language of the water cycle; establish an understanding of the complex processes of the water cycle, engage students in application activities and emphasize the important role the water cycle plays for all living things.
• The Water Cycle
  On this site you'll find an illustrated explanation, activities, and teacher references.
• Thirstin's Question and Answer Game
  What do you know about the water cycle? Take this quiz and find out.
• USGS Water Resources of Utah
  This site is loaded with Water Science for schools, Water Data, Projects, a great, Great Salt Lake page, and students can even ask questions.
• Water Cycle
  Students will learn about the process of erosion in different environments and the water cycle.
• Water Science for Schools
  Includes water basics, activities, and a picture gallery to help you teach the standard.

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