In July 2024, Biome Environmental Trust conducted a three-day series of sessions at Inventure Academy, Bangalore. The sessions were crafted to engage and educate students from grades 3, 6, and 7 about the critical issues surrounding water. This initiative aimed to cultivate a deeper understanding of water resources, water conservation, and sustainability among young minds. Here's a glimpse into the enriching experience that unfolded during these days.
Day 1: Engaging Third Graders in Water Awareness
Date: 23 July 2024
Biome Team Members (in alphabetical order): Bhavani, Deeksha, Srivalli
On the first day, we interacted with 90 enthusiastic and curious third graders who were eager to dive into the world of water. The session began with a presentation titled "Wat'er We Doing About Water?" which immediately captured their attention. They had already been working on a project centered around a pressing problem statement: how the changing geography and climate of Bangalore is impacting the city’s water bodies. This showed that even at such a young age, they were aware of the environmental challenges faced by their community and were eager to explore potential solutions. It was heartening to see how well they understood the fundamental concepts of the water cycle. However, their knowledge didn’t stop there. They demonstrated an understanding of water distribution on Earth, recognizing the scarcity of freshwater compared to the vast amounts of saltwater in oceans.