This collection was made to educate 5-8 year old students on the lack of clean accessible water and sanitation. Water and sanitation are essential for human health, dignity, and sustainable development. Access to clean water is a basic human right, yet approximately 2 billion people worldwide still lack safe drinking water, leading to severe health risks. Proper sanitation facilities, including toilets and waste management systems, are equally vital to prevent the spread of diseases, protect the environment, and improve quality of life. Together, clean water and effective sanitation are the foundation of public health, supporting communities, reducing poverty, and promoting social and economic progress. Addressing these needs is crucial to building a healthier, more equitable world for everyone.

Guiding Questions

• What are the current global statistics on access to clean water and efficient sanitation?
• What regions are most affected by this issue?
• How does inadequate water and sanitation issues effect public health concerns?
• How do water and sanitation concerns influence education?
• How can education and awareness effect this problem?

This collection seeks to:

• Provide students with insights to a problem they may be unfamiliar with.
• Open students to ongoing problems faced by many others in the world.
• Increase students appreciation of their particular situation and stimulate empathy.
• Expose students to global scale initiatives created to assist, showing real life examples of empathy, kindness, and thoughtfulness.

Expected Benefits 

For Educators: Providing a lesson that stimulates empathy and sympathy. As well as preparing tomorrow's future for the problems that we have and equipping them with the characteristics that are necessary for complete and wholesome individuals.

For Students: Insight on a relatively unknown issue in many parts of the world. They will be able to gain understanding on a concept that many people take for granted and develop an appreciation for what they have, as well as fostering an environment for their curiosity.