Every Drop Counts!
Discover how to save water in Arizona!
Why is Water So Important?
Water is one of our most precious resources in Arizona! We live in a desert where water can be scarce, so it's super important for everyone to help save water. All living things - people, animals, and plants - need water to survive!
Water Fun Facts!
Desert State
Arizona is one of the driest states in the country, getting only 7-8 inches of rain a year in many places!
Bath vs. Shower
A full bathtub uses about 70 gallons of water, while a 5-minute shower uses only 10-25 gallons!
Leaky Faucet
A faucet that drips once every second can waste more than 3,000 gallons of water in a year!
Colorado River
The Colorado River provides drinking water for 40 million people across seven states!
Amazing!
Your body is made up of about 60% water! That's why drinking water is so important for staying healthy!
Water Wizard Quiz!
Test your water knowledge!
- How many gallons of water does a 5-minute shower use?
- Name three ways you can save water at home.
- Where does most of Arizona's water come from?
- Why is water conservation extra important in Arizona?
- How much of your body is made of water?
(Find the answers in our activities section!)
The Amazing Water Cycle
Evaporation
The sun heats up water in oceans, lakes, and rivers, turning it into a gas called water vapor that rises into the air!
Condensation
As water vapor cools high in the sky, it changes back into tiny droplets of water that form clouds!
Precipitation
When clouds get heavy with water droplets, they fall back to Earth as rain, snow, sleet, or hail!
Collection
Water that falls to Earth collects in oceans, lakes, rivers, and underground, and the cycle starts all over again!
Be a Water Hero!
Here's how YOU can save water at home and school:
Shower Power
Take shorter showers! Try to keep your shower under 5 minutes to save lots of water!
Faucet Friend
Turn off the water while brushing your teeth or washing your hands with soap!
Leak Detector
Tell a grown-up if you see a dripping faucet or running toilet! Fixing leaks saves tons of water!
Water Keeper
Keep a reusable water bottle in the fridge instead of running the tap until it gets cold!
Dishwasher Detective
Only run the dishwasher when it's completely full to save water and energy!
Rain Collector
Ask grown-ups about setting up a rain barrel to collect rainwater for plants!
Plant Protector
Water plants in the early morning or evening when it's cooler so less water evaporates!
Water Champion
Tell friends and family why saving water is important in Arizona!
Water Conservation Activities to Download!
Print these out for watery fun at home or school!
