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Garbage Island
GeoLiteracy
GeoSTEM
ELL
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Description:
In this lesson, students will become aware of the garbage patch located in the Pacific Ocean, identify the animals affected and create solutions to the current problem. Students should become aware of the cause and effect relationship between human behavior and earth/life conservation. Students in our evolving world should become advocates and change makers in regards to current and future world issues.
Author:
Mayra Sanchez
Grade Range:
5
Duration:
4-5 class periods
Lesson Materials
Teacher Instructions:
Teacher Instructions
Student Materials:
Student Worksheets, Assessments, and Answer Keys
Garbage Island Model Observation and Reflection Worksheets
World Map (Pacific Centered)
Materials to Assist Teachers and English Language Learners:
Vocabulary Cards
Vocabulary Test
Related Links:
The Ocean Cleanup
Standards
National Geography Standards:
14: How human actions modify the physical environment
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