Introduction
Explore ways in which we can help look after the planet and what can we do to help our community take care of the environment.
Task
Work in small groups to explore the following content and create a poster explaining what other students can do to look after our environment and why its important.
Process
Explore the following content in small groups:
Videos
- What is Carbon Footprint? - Environmental Science for Kids
This video explains the concept of carbon footprints and how daily activities contribute to carbon emissions.
Watch here: What is Carbon Footprint? - Environmental Science for Kids | Educational Videos by Mocomi - Water Saving Tips and Tricks - Let's Save the Planet
An educational video that teaches children practical ways to conserve water in their daily lives.
Watch here: Water Saving Tips and Tricks - Let's Save the Planet - The Environment for Kids - The Carbon Cycle | Carbon Cycle Process | Video for Kids
This video provides an overview of the carbon cycle and its significance in the environment.
Watch here: The Carbon Cycle | Carbon Cycle Process | Video for Kids - The Water. Looking after our Planet | Educational Video for Kids
A video that emphasizes the importance of water conservation and ways to protect our water resources.
Watch here: The Water. Looking after our Planet | Educational Video for Kids. - Save Water to Help the Earth
An engaging video that encourages children to adopt water-saving habits to benefit the planet.
Watch here: Save Water to Help the Earth S4 E3
Reading Materials
- NASA Climate Kids: Big Questions
A resource that answers fundamental questions about climate change, carbon, and the greenhouse effect in a child-friendly manner.
Explore here: Big Questions | NASA Climate Kids - What is a Carbon Footprint and What Can We Do to Reduce It?
An article that explains carbon footprints and provides actionable steps for children to help reduce them.
Read here: What is a carbon footprint and what can we do to reduce it? - Fun Kids - the UK's children's radio station - Climate Basics for Kids
This resource offers straightforward explanations about climate change, greenhouse gases, and their effects on the planet.
Read here: Climate Basics for Kids - Center for Climate and Energy SolutionsCenter for Climate and Energy Solutions
Interactive Tools
NASA Climate Kids: Games and Activities
A collection of games and activities designed to teach children about climate science and sustainability.
Explore here: Play Games | NASA Climate Kids
Evaluation
Poster Should be marked depending on co constructed rubric between students and teacher
Conclusion
Congratulations on completing this task. Your teacher will now display your posters for the school community to see.