Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to understand the concept of climate change and its impact on the Earth.

Materials and Prep

• Internet access for research
• Paper and pencil for note-taking
• No prior knowledge required

Activities

• Research the causes and effects of climate change online and take notes.

• Create a poster illustrating the impact of climate change on different aspects of the Earth (e.g., weather patterns, wildlife, sea levels).

• Write a short story or poem about a world affected by extreme climate changes.

Fifth Grade Talking Points

• "Climate change is the long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place."
• "It's important to understand how human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, contribute to climate change."
• "Climate change affects the Earth's ecosystems, including plants, animals, and humans."
• "We can help reduce climate change by using energy more efficiently and conserving natural resources."