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This summer, kids can dive into water conservation

Posted by: Aqua Blog Maven on July 2, 2009 at 1:55 pm

From the San Diego Union Tribune:

When the weather warms up, there is nothing more enticing for kids than water – whether it be running through the sprinklers, wading in a kiddie pool or playing with the hose. The problem is that our current water shortage is giving parents pause about indulging children’s aquatic aspirations. Here are some ways to teach your kids about water conservation while still letting them have some fun:

Explain yourself: Saving water can seem like an abstract concept for many kids, says Chris Robbins, water conservation supervisor for the city of San Diego. When he gives talks to school groups, he brings along a big jug of water. He asks the kids to pick up the 1-gallon container so they can feel how heavy it is. He asks them to think about how hard it would be to have to carry the jug a long way to help them realize that water is a precious resource and not something to be wasted.

Find out more tips for teaching kids about water conservation from the San Diego Union Tribune by clicking here.

July 2, 2009 · Filed Under Conservation

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