Let's create continuous conversations about climate change education: Spreading the Sediment of Science!

Climate, SEL, and Media Literacy for Our Youngest Students

Provided by: Project Look Sharp |Published on: October 26, 2023

Lesson Plans Grades k-2, 3-5

Synopsis

In this lesson, students will view the children's book, "To Change a Planet," discuss how the book makes them feel, and analyze the creators' purpose in producing this book.
This resource includes a detailed lesson plan, printable and digital presentation materials, and plenty of ideas for differentiation.
Students will learn about how books portray climate change and how messaging around our changing climate impacts individuals.

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Subjects: Science, English Language Arts

Authors: Project Look Sharp

Region: Global

Languages: English

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Teaching Materials

Positives

This resource has everything needed for in-class implementation.
Students in a wide variety of literacy lessons will find success in this lesson, as the emoji Mad Libs activity requires little reading or writing to reflect and share.

Additional Prerequisites

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Students should have an emerging understanding of our changing climate.

Differentiation

This lesson would work equally well in a language arts or science classroom. Teachers can make cross-curricular connections in social health or SEL classes learning about climate change impacts or emotional literacy.
If you own a copy (or have library access) of the text used in the lesson, consider using it for a reading piece in the days leading up to this lesson.
After completing the Mad Libs activity, have students share their reflections and feelings.
As an extension, have students bring home their reflections along with a discussion guide that helps families discuss the emotions associated with climate change.
The "How to Use These Materials" PDF includes many ideas for additional differentiation.

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Project Look Sharp

Project Look Sharp is a nonprofit, mission-driven outreach program of Ithaca College. Their mission is to help K-16 educators enhance students' critical thinking, metacognition, and civic engagement through media literacy materials and professional development.