Models are powerful tools for teaching Science as they provide useful simplifications of structures and processes, helping make the unseen visible and the complex simple! Using the ready-to-use materials provided, students first assemble a model to represent the Water Cycle that can be used to make predications and communicate their findings to others. Bring the water cycle to life using unique, hands-on models. Using the materials provided, your students build their model of a landscape and then use it to follow the flow of water through the water cycle. In the process, they'll see how water is evaporated, condensed into clouds, precipitated onto the mountains and how it flows back to the sea through rivers and ground water. The rain clouds even move! Includes enough materials for an individual student to work alone or 2 students to work cooperatively to assemble a paper model. Also includes a comprehensive background information providing opportunities for students to Engage, Explore, Explain, Extend and Evaluate their understanding of the concept. Satisfies NGSS Standards which encourage students to develop & use models to represent structures, systems & processes. Perfect for use at home, in the classroom or lab.