Years 5-6 lesson plans & activities
We have a range of ready-to-use class lessons developed by experts from the Water Matters School Education team that support the Western Australian Curriculum, including the sustainability cross‑curricular priority.
You have the option of downloading lesson plans or using online videos with in-class exercises to supplement the video lessons. Our video lessons should be used in sequence to support continuity learning, the videos feature subject matter experts from the Water Matters School Education team.
All our resources help students build a deeper understanding of water sustainability across multiple learning areas.
Years 5-6 video lesson one: Water supply and recycling
Learn all about Perth's urban water cycle, wastewater treatment and groundwater replenishment in lesson one.
Years 5-6 video lesson two: Water supply under our feet
Look at the natural water cycle, Perth's integrated water cycle, our amazing groundwater catchment and how stormwater affects our water supply in lesson two.
Years 5-6 video lesson three: Water conservation in the home
How much water do you think we use around our home? Investigate water use in your home and ways to save our precious resource in lesson three.
Years 5-6 video lesson four: Water conservation in the community
Water is important throughout the community. Join Megan as she shares and investigates the different ways water is used in school, recreational areas and shopping centres in lesson four.
More activities
Year 5: Construct a water moving machine
Put your heads together and create a machine to move water uphill.
Years 5-6: Investigate water efficient appliances inside the home
Explore your household to see how water efficient your appliances are.
Years 5-6: Make your own water filter
Learn the process of water filtration by building your own filter.