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Lighthouses and Extreme Weather Lesson

Created by Teacher(s): Diane Gavin, Sustainable Jersey for Schools|Updated: October 23, 2024
Lesson Plan Grades 3-5 Created by New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers

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Students investigate how storms and rising sea levels have changed New Jersey’s coast.

Inquire: Students examine the impact of coastal storms on lighthouses on the New Jersey shore.
Investigate: Students compare differences in coastline edges due to erosion and sea level rise.
Inspire: Students evaluate different strategies to deal with changes in the coastline caused by erosion.
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Subjects: Social Studies
Duration: 45 minutes
Region: New Jersey

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