This product is a comprehension text about the role of landfills and the environment for young learners. The text provides key information and questions that will help learners understand how landfills and their usage has an affect on the environment. This resource also promotes critical thinking and classroom discussion about the importance of protecting our forests. The text is designed to be both informative and engaging, this comprehension text will help students build their reading skills while learning about an important topic. It can be used to enhance your lessons on climate change and environmental conservation.

How can we encourage our children to care about the environment around us? This presentation introduces the main environmental issues that children may have heard about in the news or at school. It explores this subject in an engaging way with the help of colorful photos, embedded videos, original artwork, speakers notes and activities. This resource packet helps children to access information about the environment and get them thinking about what impact we have made as humans and what changes they can make as individuals to show that they care about the wellbeing of our planet. ‘Looking after the environment’ is suitable for distance learning, whole class or in a small group working with tablets or computers. The presentation is divided into different sections so that you can chose which part you want to teach at your own pace. Presentation: Taking care of the environment Natural disasters - questions (knowledge harvest) Earthquakes Hurricanes Hurricane Ida Oil spills Overfishing Wild fires Flooding Wetlands Garbage Water pollution The sewer Wastewater and the environment Natural or man-made disasters? Exploring natural or man made and the human impact Ways in which we do not look after our environment discussion Our human impact We can do better - ways we can help Reflection / plenary Worksheets: Pdf Natural or man-made disasters Natural or man-made disasters - consequences How to help the environment Human impact - what do I waste? Matching labels Oil spills Wildfire writing frame

Are your learners interested in tigers and the effects of climate change? This is a research template activity using Google Slides™ template activity which can be a - A homework project A collaborative project A summer school project A distance learning project A preparation for writing a report / non-chronological writing The slides contain a title and an image which is set as a fixed background. Learners will conduct their own research under the supervision of the leading adult educator. Children have the option to write notes / upload photos or write expository paragraphs. This is perfect for a project about the tiger or as one linked to climate change and the environment. 23 Slides include: Title page Questions Reindeer physical attributes What kind of animal is a tiger Behavior Habitat Where are reindeer found today? Tigers under threat. Tigers and their young. Tigers in the North America Stripes Prey Legends about tigers Tigers and climate change. Tigers in captivity Adaptations Working as a group children can choose a slide to work on and then put work together collaboratively and present. Independently - Children work through the project or select slides they would like to focus on.

Explore the world of river pollution with this engaging comprehension activity. This activity includes an easy-to-understand text that introduces learners to the concept of river pollution, its sources and effects on the environment and wildlife. After reading the text, students will answer comprehension questions that test their understanding of the key concepts covered. These questions are designed to encourage critical thinking and promote discussion about the issue of river pollution. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the impact of river pollution on our environment, wildlife, and human health. The activity aims to raise awareness among students about the importance of preserving the cleanliness and health of rivers, and what actions they can take to prevent river pollution. Why incorporate critical thinking skills? Critical thinking is an important skill for young learners because it helps them think deeper about what they’re reading. When they use critical thinking, they ask lots of questions and try to understand things better. This helps them make connections between different ideas and form their own opinions about what they’re learning. By practicing critical thinking, they become better readers who can use what they learn in real life

Explore the impact of climate change on snow leopards with this comprehension activity. This activity includes a clearly written text that introduces learners to the topic. Students will have the opportunity to answer comprehension questions that test their understanding of the key concepts covered. These questions are designed to encourage critical thinking and promote discussion about the issue of climate change and its impact on snow leopards. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by snow leopards due to climate change and the importance of conservation efforts to protect their habitat. The activity aims to raise awareness among students about the importance of preserving the natural habitats of snow leopards and the negative impact of climate change on their survival. It also encourages students to consider actions they can take to help mitigate climate change and protect the planet for future generations. Why incorporate critical thinking skills? Critical thinking is an important skill for young learners because it helps them think deeper about what they’re reading. When they use critical thinking, they ask lots of questions and try to understand things better. This helps them make connections between different ideas and form their own opinions about what they’re learning. By practicing critical thinking, they become better readers who can use what they learn in real life

Description Explore the impact of climate change on jaguars with this engaging comprehension activity. This activity includes an easy-to-understand text that introduces learners to the topic. After reading the text, students can answer comprehension questions that test their understanding of the key concepts covered. These questions are designed to encourage critical thinking and promote discussion about the issue of climate change and its impact on jaguars. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by jaguars due to climate change and the importance of conservation efforts to protect their habitat. The activity aims to raise awareness among students about the importance of preserving the natural habitats of jaguars and the negative impact of climate change on their survival. It also encourages students to consider actions they can take to help mitigate climate change and protect the planet for future generations. Why incorporate critical thinking skills? Critical thinking is an important skill for young learners because it helps them think deeper about what they’re reading. When they use critical thinking, they ask lots of questions and try to understand things better. This helps them make connections between different ideas and form their own opinions about what they’re learning. By practicing critical thinking, they become better readers who can use what they learn in real life

Did you know that rising temperatures have led to more extreme weather events, or that wildfires are now lasting longer? Milder winters are also allowing mosquitoes to spread, carrying diseases into new areas. Climate change refers to long-term shifts in global temperatures and atmospheric conditions. While climate has always fluctuated, human activities are now causing temperatures to rise faster than ever before in Earth’s history. This no-prep, resource about issues around climate change provides a wealth of information for students to explore. The resource helps children understand what climate change is and its global impact. The slides are vibrant and packed with facts, making them a useful addition to any environmental unit. Students can engage with structured and open-ended questions, express their views, and conduct research (under adult supervision if learning from home). This resource is great for distance learning, whole-class teaching, or small group instruction. Presentation includes: Photographs Illustrations Embedded videos Short activities Key topics: Climate and climate change The consequences of climate change Fossil fuels: gas, coal, and oil Burning fossil fuels and global warming The Industrial Revolution Fracking: costs and benefits The monarch butterfly Sea otters and climate change Photo focus: melting ice, extreme weather, habitat loss Melting glaciers and ice caps The ozone layer Coral bleaching and how it affects algae The impact of climate change on children Food shortages, ticks, and climate change Actions to reduce climate change Climate Change Summit 2024 and COP24 Southern California water restrictions Reducing global warming: what you can do Printable comprehension worksheets (over 70 included): How do we use electricity? Help the planet What do I waste? (doing better) Reading comprehensions This resource is perfect for teaching about climate change, helping children understand the issues while engaging them with colorful slides, research opportunities, and thought-provoking questions.