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A Hat Is Shade for Me: Social Studies Lesson

Created by Teacher(s): Susan Poage, Sustainable Jersey for Schools|Updated: October 22, 2024
Lesson Plan Grades k-2 Created by New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers

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Students determine what makes a good hat for protecting people from the hot sun and apply their new understanding to create their own hat.

Inquire: Students identify that people all over the world wear hats for protection.
Investigate: Students classify the properties of hats for different climates and weather.
Inspire: Students apply their understanding of how materials are affected by heat by creating a hot day hat.
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Subjects: Science, Social Studies
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Region: Global

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