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The following lesson has been taken from the GenerationON curriculum called Be the Change. For a complete listing of curricula for all ages, please see www.childrenforchildren.org.

Environmentalism spans a diverse array of movements dedicated to the protection, restoration and sustainability of the world’s natural environment. Some of these major movements include reduction of pollution levels, development of renewable energy and decreased consumption of non-renewable fuels, conservation of natural resources, protection and preservation of endangered species, and the protection of our ecosystem.

  • Suggested Age Group: Teens, Adults
  • Suggested Number of Volunteers: 1 -
  • Skill Level: Difficult
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Materials

Materials

  • Recycling Renovation Survey
  • Poster paper, or large paper
  • Paper garbage bags
  • Gloves
  • Large pile of old newspapers
  • Markers
  • Internet access (optional)
  • Masking Tape
  • DVD: An Inconvenient Truth

Directions

Learning Goals

  • Students will learn about the importance of environmental responsibility in their local and global community and will promote environmentally responsible practices.
  • Students will discuss pollution in their communities and begin to become aware of its impact on the environment.
  • Students will discuss how environmental injustice can affect a community.
  • Students will explore the benefits of recycling, energy and resource conservation, and pollution reduction.
  • Students will identify and assess their classroom’s recycling resources.
  • Students will participate in the cleanup of their classroom.
  • Students will analyze the amount and types of trash found.  

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