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Teaching Kids Water Wisdom in a Drought | Salt Lake City News
In a desert state grappling with 22 out of 25 years of drought, water use is a daily reality—and a lesson in responsibility. With residents using 167 gallons a day compared to Colorado’s 111, the gap is stark. While fancy neighborhoods boast lush lawns, modest ones show brown grass—revealing how water habits vary. As the Great Salt Lake fades, we must ask: what are we teaching kids about water stewardship? Simple steps like deep watering, letting grass grow taller, and embracing less-perfect lawns can instill lifelong habits. In a growing state where water is scarce, teaching kids that…
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