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The Arctic: Food Security Lesson

Created by Teacher(s): Jennifer Williams, Yen-Yen Chiu|Published on: January 13, 2024
Lesson Plan Grades 6-8 Created by SubjectToClimate teachers

Synopsis

In this lesson, students explore the connection between climate change and food security in the Arctic, understand the impacts on the Inuit way of life, and write a persuasive piece on a potential solution.

Inquire: Students are introduced to the complexities of Arctic food systems through images and build an understanding of the definition of food security globally and specifically in the circumpolar Arctic.
Investigate: Students read about food security and share their learning in a jigsaw activity.
Inspire: Students reflect on what might be getting in the way of food security in the Arctic, brainstorm how they can be part of the solution, and write a persuasive piece.
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Subjects: Geography, English Language Arts
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Region: Polar Regions
Posted on Jan 13, 2024

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