Objective

By the end of this lesson, Shawn will be able to understand how people have influenced the environmental characteristics of Europe.

Materials and Prep

• Map of Europe
• Coloring materials
• Internet access for research
• Pen and paper

No prior knowledge required, just curiosity and enthusiasm!

Activities

• Mapping Europe: Have Shawn locate and label major cities, rivers, and mountains on the map of Europe.
• Research Time: Encourage Shawn to research how human activities like farming, industry, and urbanization have impacted the environment in Europe.
• Artistic Expression: Ask Shawn to draw a before-and-after picture showing how human influence has changed a particular European landscape.

Talking Points

• Europe's Diverse Landscape: "Europe has a variety of landscapes like mountains, forests, rivers, and coastlines."
• Human Impact on Environment: "People in Europe have changed the environment through activities like farming, building cities, and using resources."
• Industrial Revolution: "The Industrial Revolution in Europe led to more factories, pollution, and changes in the environment."
• Conservation Efforts: "Today, there are efforts to protect the environment in Europe through conservation projects and sustainable practices."