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Green Transportation Lesson: Carbon Emissions

Created by Teacher(s): Lindsey Pockl, Amber Medina|Published on: February 28, 2022
Lesson Plan Grades 3-5 Created by SubjectToClimate teachers

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This lesson introduces carbon emissions and the idea of carbon and ecological footprints to students. 


Step 1 - Inquire: Students reflect on what they know about photosynthesis and how plants transform carbon dioxide into oxygen. 


Step 2 - Investigate: Students learn about the greenhouse effect and calculate their ecological footprint. 


Step 3 - Inspire: Students generate ideas on how to reduce their carbon footprint and impact on the environment.

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Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences
Duration: 45 minutes
Region: Global
Posted on Feb 28, 2022

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Amber Medina

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