Let's create continuous conversations about climate change education: Spreading the Sediment of Science!

Hi, educators! Share your student reach in our short Impact Survey 📚 Survey Link

Social Studies Lesson: Causes of Water Scarcity

Created by Teacher(s): David Garnick|Updated: April 29, 2025
Lesson Plan Grades 6-8 Created by SubjectToClimate teachers

Synopsis

Students reflect on the role of water in Hawai‘i and read about the causes of water scarcity. While many of these causes affect Hawai‘i in unique ways, students can consider how these factors relate to their own local contexts. 

Inquire: Students listen to a song about water and reflect on its meaning and relevance to water scarcity in Hawai‘i.
Investigate: Students read articles in groups, focusing on different causes of water scarcity, and discuss their findings.
Inspire: Students reflect on what they learned in the lesson to complete an Exit Ticket.
Share: This lesson plan is licensed under Creative Commons.Creative Commons License
Related Lessons, Units, and Activities
6-8 Thumbnails (16)
Subjects: Social Studies, English Language Arts
Duration: 55 minutes
Region: Hawai'i

Teaching Materials

Lesson Plan Preview
Accompanying Materials
Scientist Notes
Teaching Tips
Standards

Teacher Writer

Reviews