Build a River Model!
Active Time
30-45 minutes
Total Project Time
30-45 minutes
Key Concepts
Bodies of water, gravity
IntroductionEarth is a very watery place! More than 70% of the Earth's surface is covered by water. This is due to the many water bodies that can be found everywhere on our planet. What types of water bodies do you know? They are all very distinct from one another in their appearance, size, shape, and movement. In this activity, you will explore the distinct characteristics of a river by creating a river model inside a pan with sand, pebbles, and real water! After that, you can continue to model other water bodies, too! CreditsSvenja Lohner, PhD, Science Buddies
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Active Time
30-45 minutes
Total Project Time
30-45 minutes
Key Concepts
Bodies of water, gravity
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