Climate Action
Climate action can be defined as ‘the act of doing something to reduce or stop climate change and prevent serious permanent damage to the environment.’
OxfordLearnersDictionaries.com
Research shows that more and more people are experiencing the significant impacts of climate change ranging from changing weather patterns to rising sea level as well as more extreme weather events. Therefore, it is important for schools to educate students on the effects of climate change and we can all take action.
Inquiry based learning
Students enjoy a student centered, engaging approach to the discovery and exploration of this skill.
Cross curricular
Each lesson has cross curricular links as well as links to national objectives/standards allowing for seamless integration into your daily curriculum.
Multiple lessons
This skill comes with a fully stacked resource pack including detailed plans, flipcharts, resources, useful links and feedback tools.
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What will children learn?
In this skill, students will explore the definitions of ‘climate’ and how it works. They will investigate the damages being done to our climate and explore how to protect it from further decline. They will engage in projects and campaigns to raise awareness within the local community as well as reach out to prominent figures such as the local MPs or business owners for support.
Cross curricular links
Science link
Programme of study
KS1 (Y2) – identify that most living things live in habitats to which they are suited and describe
how different habitats provide for the basic needs of different kinds of animals and
plants, and how they depend on each other
KS2 (Y3) – recognise that environments can change and that this can sometimes pose dangers
to living things.
KS2 (Y6) – identify how animals and plants are adapted to suit their environment in different
ways and that adaptation may lead to evolution.
Free Growth Mindset Resource
Teaching resources that include:
- differentiated lesson plan with flip chart
- planned activities
- assembly flip chart
- display banner
- 21 Skills poster
“I have learned you are never too small to make a difference.”
Greta Thunberg
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