The water cycle is how water moves all around our planet! It's a continuous process with different stages. First, water evaporates from lakes, rivers, and oceans, turning into vapor. Then, it condenses in the sky to form clouds. When clouds get full, they release water back to the Earth as precipitation (rain, snow, sleet, or hail). Finally, the water flows back into bodies of water, and the cycle starts all over again!
Match the words with their definitions:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Evaporation | A. Water falling back to Earth |
| 2. Condensation | B. Water turning into a gas |
| 3. Precipitation | C. Water flowing on the Earth's surface |
| 4. Runoff | D. Gas turning into a liquid |
| 5. Collection | E. Water gathering in lakes, rivers, and oceans |
Use the words below to fill in the blanks in the paragraph.
(Clouds, Sun, Rain, Water, Cycle)
The water ______ is a continuous process. The ______ heats up the water, causing it to evaporate. Then, the water vapor forms ______. When the clouds get full, it falls back to the Earth as ______. This process repeats itself again and again!
Imagine you are a raindrop. Describe your journey through the water cycle. Where do you start, and what happens to you along the way?
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