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Bringing Environmental Issues into the Classroom

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Bringing Environtmental Issues into the Classroom
With innovation, education, cultivation and nurturing we can give our children an opportunity to learn how to become “out of the box” solution thinkers for tomorrow’s issues… and to become good stewards for the earth today. There are many ways communities, parents and schools can encourage upper elementary and middle school children to take an interest in the environment.  Here are some ideas for getting them involved:

Class Debate – Divide the class into two teams and assign a panel of judges. Choose an environmental topic (climate change, fracking, GMOs, etc).  One team creates a discussion in favor, while the other team argues against the issue. The panel of judges reviews the cases from both sides and chooses a winner (or not).  Encourage students to use their creativity and passion when developing their discussion points.

Video Project – Students or groups of students create a 2-minute video on an environmental issue that would inspire and educate people who may not be aware of the issue.  This project would help students both learn more deeply about the topic they select as well as learn to engage others.

Documentary Viewing – Imagery is a powerful learning tool. Film can give a much deeper perspective than a textbook or website, and older kids will enjoy the screen time. Special guests can be brought in for a lively post-viewing discussion with students.

Hands-on Renewable Energy Workshop – Find a local expert who can show how solar, wind, and hydro power actually work.  Let kids see the energy savings by comparing bills or statements before and after green energy options were installed. Even better, build a solar panel powered project at your school!

Support A Cause – Encourage students to choose a cause to support.  Research, raise money, spread awareness for an endangered animal or local eco-cause. Execute the plan using social media, fundraising events and traditional grassroots efforts.

Volunteer – Find a local farm and plan a day (or recurring day) for the kids to work. This is great hands-on experience that allows children to see where their food comes from.  Or as a field trip, consider a farm-cation.  Many farms rent cabins or cottages where students or families can stay and enjoy real farm life experiences and help with certain activities & chores.

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Tanyette Colon

 

Tanyette Colon is a marketing consultant for ReachLocal and Founder of M.U.S.T – Mothers United for Sustainable Technologies, a new media platform dedicated to educating parents and communities on various topics that impact our children’s future.

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