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Educators, teachers, home-schoolers, service-learning providers, leaders of faith-based and civics groups, find tools here to educate others on water issues.

In partnership with the National Youth Leadership Council and a committee of dedicated teachers, PlayPumps International has developed several lesson plans that use various subject areas to educate students on the importance of global water issues.

Below are educational materials for elementary, middle and high school students focusing on the global water crisis and elements of service-learning. Find teacher-tested lesson plans that meet your needs, based on subject area and appropriate grade level. You may adapt these lesson plans and all are printable and free for anyone to use.

• KnowH20: Learning About Water Access While Strengthening Literacy Skills (Elementary)
  
  
• KnowH20: Learning About Water Access Through a Service-Learning Fundraising Project (Middle School)
  
  
• KnowH20: Learning About Water Access While Strengthening Citizenship Skills (High School)
  
  

The National Youth Leadership Council increases the capacity of schools and communities to engage young people in active learning and service.