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Food Waste Lesson Plan

Created by Teacher(s): Kate Strangfeld|Published on: August 14, 2022
Lesson Plan Grades 6-8 Created by SubjectToClimate teachers

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This lesson explores the complexities of food waste and its connection to climate change.

Inquire: Students think about food waste and how it may be connected to climate.
Investigate: Students learn about different sources and areas of food waste, how food waste is rooted in inequity, and how food waste contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.
Inspire: Students discuss different solutions and actions being taken to address food waste and reflect on the actions they can take within their own community.
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Subjects: Social Studies, Earth and Space Sciences
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Region: Global
Posted on Aug 14, 2022

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Kate Strangfeld

6-12 Chemistry Teacher

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