Global Education Lesson Handouts

Mekong River vs. Our Community’s Access to Water As you read the two websites for information about the Mekong River, work with your seat partner to fill out the following information. Use information about our community’s access to water sanitation to complete the venn diagram below. 1. Which six Southeast Asian countries rely on the Mekong River for water and other resources?

2. What are some of the activities dependent on the Mekong River?

3.) How is water managed on the Mekong River?

4.) What are some problems that may arise on the Mekong River?

5.) Compare and contrast water sanitation in access on the Mekong River and in our community.