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Let's create continuous conversations about climate change education: Spreading the Sediment of Science!
Climate Disaster: Young People Act
Provided by: Project Look Sharp |Published on: April 27, 2021
Videos Grades 6-8, 9-12, ap-college
Synopsis
- In this media literacy activity, students will analyze two videos featuring young climate activists as they try to show adults the gravity of the climate crisis.
- This resource includes an activity plan and two video clips: Greta Thunberg's speech "I Want You to Panic" and Zayne Cowie's "'Goodbye, Earth': A Story for Grown-Ups."
Subjects: Civics
Authors: Project Look Sharp, Sox Sperry
Region: Europe, North America, United States, Global
Languages: English
Teaching Materials
Positives
- The lesson plan includes discussion questions for several academic subjects.
- Students will enjoy evaluating the two young activists' messages.
Additional Prerequisites
- Teachers must create a free account to access the materials.
Differentiation
- Students could respond to the questions individually or in small groups before discussing their answers as a class.
- English language arts classes could discuss the tactics used in the videos and decide whether or not they were effective, then write their own persuasive speeches on climate action.
- Other resources on this topic include this NowThis News video on climate projects led by youth activists, this video on how Greta Thunberg got involved in climate activism, and this lesson on the climate movement.
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About the Partner Provider
Project Look Sharp
Project Look Sharp is a nonprofit, mission-driven outreach program of Ithaca College. Their mission is to help K-16 educators enhance students' critical thinking, metacognition, and civic engagement through media literacy materials and professional development.
All resources can be used for your educational purposes with proper attribution to the content provider.
