Water-related materials for schools

We provide schools with a set of tools earmarked for children to make them aware of the world of water.   

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Water cycles  |  O'théâtre  |  Teaching aids

Water cycles
 

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How does the water cycle work?   

On Earth, water is all around us: in the seas, lakes and rivers, but also on mountains and even in the air! Whatever its state, it always metamorphoses following the same cycle. Follow the guide to learn more about the subject.      

See the water cycle

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Water: from nature to tap    

From the moment it is collected to the moment it is discharged into the natural environment, water follows a long journey. Discover the tap water journey!  

See the journey

 

 

 

 

O'théâtre

To help children understand the importance of water, we sponsor several theatre performances designed for nursery and primary school classes.

These shows, all centered around water, can be hosted in schools under very favourable conditions. In most cases, we cover half of the performance costs. However, this benefit is only available to schools located within the territory of the municipalities supplied by SWDE.

Pompe and Tap

 

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(Kramik Théâtre)

Pompe and Tap is an interactive performance presented by two actors who explore a variety of topics in a light-hearted, humorous, and engaging way. Pollution, consumption, North-South inequalities, waste, taste... water is explored in all its forms.

Target audience: pupils in the last two cycles of primary education.

SWDE offer: a €2 discount per child on the ticket price for the performance (€4.50).

Contact:
Jacques Guilbert (Kramik Théâtre)
0497/44.84.24


www.kramik.net
kramik.theatre@gmail.com

Sikou, the Water Within Me

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(Compagnie Zanni)

Sikou, the Water Within Me is a performance that invites young children to discover the amazing properties of water as well as its fragility. Through a narrated journey across space and time, the show highlights the perpetual movement of water, the source of all forms of life.

Target audience: classes from the final year of kindergarten to the 4th year of primary school.

SWDE offer: The total cost of the performance is €850 per show. SWDE provides a €350 discount. A reduced rate applies for two consecutive performances in the same school (€1,500).

Contact:
Agnès Lohest (Théâtre Zanni)
0472/83.85.35



www.compagniezanni.be
info@compagniezanni.be

Broken Water

 

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(Théâtre du Copion)

A plumber is called into the classroom to repair a tap that has stopped working. This is the starting point for an interactive and educational show about the water cycle and the different states of water.

Target audience: kindergarten classes and the first cycle of primary education.

SWDE offer: a €2 discount per child on the admission fee (€4.50).

Contact : 
Alba Izzo (Théâtre du Copion)
065/643.531 ou 0479/341.724

www.theatreducopion.be theatreducopion@gmail.com

Along the Flow of Words, Along the Flow of Water

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(Marie Bylyna, conteuse)

his is the story of Lucette, a tiny drop of water who has encountered a diplodocus, an oil spill, a glass of grenadine, and even trickled across the tip of an otter's nose. Between misty droplets, seas of clouds, waterfall splashes, and the whisper of a spring, storyteller Marie Bylyna shares some of her tales which, through the journey of water, tell us a little about our blue planet. A moment to dream and perhaps imagine new paths for tomorrow.

Target audience: primary school classes (from Year 2 onwards).

SWDE offer: The total cost of the performance is €520 per show. SWDE provides a €260 discount. A reduced rate applies from two consecutive performances in the same school (€420 per performance).

Contact:
Marie Bylyna
0494/59.57.93

www.mariebylyna.be
bylynamarie@yahoo.fr

Water Classes

Water Classes are a continuing educational programme and an activity-based learning journey for pupils from Year 2 to Year 6 of primary school. SWDE has been involved in the programme since its creation.

Through fun, water-themed activities and site visits, children develop critical thinking skills and become true “water citizens.”

Children learn about the importance of responsible water management and the impact of our consumption habits on the environment. As water ambassadors, they can in turn raise awareness among their families and communities.

At present, Water Classes welcome pupils and their teachers at dedicated sites:

  • The Belvédère in Dour
  • The Dyle Wastewater Treatment Plant in Basse-Wavre
  • Charneux (Herve)

A team of professional educators also visits schools that are not located near one of these three sites.

The Water Class sites are equipped with educational resources that children use during two full days of activities. Depending on the site or the school's location, field trips are organised to explore water in different environments, such as streams, rivers, water towers, wastewater treatment plants, and lagoon treatment systems.

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Teaching aids

To boost children’s understanding of water, we have joined forces within Aquawal, to produce a new documentary and several teaching aids.  

 

The Journey of Water

 

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Presented by Jamy Gourmaud, the well-known host of “It’s Not Rocket Science” (C’est pas sorcier), this documentary retraces the different stages of the water cycle and its journey to the tap.

To receive the DVD, please complete the publication order form.

 

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Along the Water's Journey
 

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Designed for kindergarten children, this educational resource pack comes in the form of an original learning case. It includes theoretical and practical worksheets, cross-curricular activities, three reading books, and magnetic characters.
 

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Safe Travels, Water

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Designed for primary school pupils, this educational resource follows the storyline of the documentary “The Journey of Water.” It includes fact sheets, worksheets, practical exercises, and suggested experiments to help children better understand the water cycle and the role of water in everyday life.

 

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