Moving forward - we can do our bit!

Topics Year 2/3
This unit is part of Rainforests - NEW LOOK Saving the Rainforest

Objectives

Geography

  • Understand geographical similarities and differences through the study of human geography of a region of the UK and a region within a rainforest.
  • Explore the effect humans can have on their environment.

Science

  • Recognise that environments can change and that this can sometimes pose dangers to living things.

Computing

  • Use search technologies to locate information.
  • Use technology safely, respectfully and responsibly.

Lesson Planning

Further investigate how to combat climate change and create the second part of your climate change video.

Teaching Outcomes:

  • To investigate how places can change over time in relation to climate change.
  • To visit a local supermarket to look at how they are helping reduce their carbon footprint.
  • To understand the impact of climate change and global warming on the environment and how the problem can be reduced.
  • To use digital media to make a short film.

Children will:

  • Understand the effects of climate change and global warming.
  • Develop their understanding of reducing the carbon footprint.
  • Appreciate that they can have an impact on reducing this problem.
  • Gain enough knowledge to be able to teach others of their findings.

You Will Need

  • Tablets or video camera
  • Card for poster making
  • Felt pens.