Lesotho+Water+Project



1. Be more effective than what is currently available. 2. Improve the health of the community overall.
 * Your task is to create a water system for a community in the small African nation of Lesotho. The water system you create must: **

** Before you decide what build, you must research what types of systems are already being used in Lesotho. **
 * During this activity, you will: **
 * Research water systems found in Africa.
 * Plan a water system for a community in Africa.
 * Examine water-related problems in Africa.

** To begin: **
 * Visit the Peace Corps website Peace Corps
 * You may choose to look at either photos or stories.
 * Start with Lesotho first.
 * As you are researching, you will be filling in the research chart.
 * Your goal is to find information on at least 5 pictures and 5 stories.
 * You will need this information to help you when you are creating a water system of your own.

** Other Resources: ** (Be sure to look through these links to become familiar with water issues).
 * **Glossary of Terms**
 * Rainwater Catchment
 * Search for Water
 * Water Usage
 * Water Quiz
 * Examples of Water Systems
 * Water Use Calculator