It is through education that citizens are formed aware of their role in society. Environmental education must be present in all school grades at different levels of depth. This educational processes fundamental, showing students correlations between society, culture and ecology, this contributing to the strengthening of its responsibility in the conservation of the environment. The objective was to discuss with rural students about our responsibility to the conservation of the environment and especially the conservation of water. The activities were conducted with children from rural schools in the southern region. The work was developed through visits to schools and visits to sites related to the different topics addressed. Preserved fountains, dams, Arroio Pelotas, Lagoa dos Patos, and the beach of the Casino were discussed, discussing the conservation of water resources and contamination by waste. Everything was recorded through photographs and essays written by children. At each school were exposed the photographs and essays on a large panel, held lectures and discussed with family members. This can provide a differentiated view of the region’s environmental reality and an awareness of changes in attitude in schools, rural properties and communities.