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ELA Lesson: Green Transportation Opinion Writing

Created by Teacher(s): Christa Delaney, Sustainable Jersey for Schools|Updated: October 28, 2024
Lesson Plan Grades 3-5 Created by New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers

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Students learn about carbon emissions and form an opinion on the best way to reduce carbon emissions related to transportation in their community.

Inquire: Students explore how carbon emissions have changed over time.
Investigate: Students interview a familiar person to see what mode of transportation they use to move around their local area.
Inspire: Students take what they have learned about carbon emissions and transportation and create an opinion piece on the best type of transportation for their community.
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Duration: 1 hour
Region: New Jersey

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