Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand basic concepts of environmental science and how they relate to everyday life.
Materials and Prep
- Internet access
- Computer or tablet
Activities
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Watch a Youtube video about the importance of recycling and discuss what you learned.
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Go on a virtual nature walk by watching a Youtube video of a nature reserve or park. Talk about the different plants and animals you see.
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Research and watch a Youtube video about the water cycle. Discuss the different stages of the water cycle and why it is important for the environment.
Kindergarten Grade Talking Points
- "Recycling means turning old things into new things. It helps to keep our Earth clean and healthy."
- "Nature reserves and parks are special places where plants and animals live. They are important because they help to protect our environment."
- "The water cycle is how water moves around our Earth. It starts with water evaporating from rivers, lakes, and oceans, then it forms clouds, and finally falls back to the ground as rain or snow."