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Over the past decade, Americans have felt the effects of climate change firsthand as hurricanes along the Gulf Coast and wildfires along the West Coast have reshaped entire towns and cities. In 2022 alone, extreme weather and a record-setting drought cost Americans $18 billion in damages.
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April 22 is Earth Day. To mark the day use Scholastic GO! to help students get informed about climate change as well as what we’re doing to mitigate and adapt to its effects.
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In this lesson, students will:
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Learn about the causes of climate change and how greenhouse gases work to retain heat.
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Read articles about climate change then work in small groups to conduct an experiment to demonstrate how a greenhouse traps heat.
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Answer the question, How is Earth's atmosphere similar to a greenhouse?
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Use articles and the experiment to answer extension questions.
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How are kids taking action to combat climate change? Find out in this free Action article!
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Use this GO Tube video to help begin a climate change conversation with students.
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Do you have ideas about how we can improve your GO! experience? Sign up today for our Flix Advisory Board! (Hurry! Spots are limited.)
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We love reminding children to be mindful and present, observing what is around them with all of their senses. Letting kids fully experience nature is a prerequisite for teaching kids to take care of their environment!
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— Katie G., School Administrator
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