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\nEnergy Audit\n

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\nStudents collect data about energy usage and use mathematical calculations to analyze their data. In this energy conservation and statistics math lesson, students survey their homes to complete an energy usage worksheet. Students...\n
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\nDon't Let the Earth Down\n

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\nAlthough recycling is definitely beneficial, reducing our waste and conserving our natural resources should really be the focus of environmentalists. Encourage the future generation to create a public service announcement about a...\n
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\nDon't Let the Earth Down\n

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\nWriting a persuasive argument starts with a clear thesis. Using this resource, your class will write a persuasive paper on a conservation issue. They will then transform their argument into a 30-second public service announcement. If...\n
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\nExploring Values Towards Conservation\n

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\nStudents read First Nation story, identify values expressed in it and discuss how those values relate to conservation issues faced today. Students then seek out stories relevant to climate change from their own Elders and respected...\n
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\nTo Drink or Not to Drink?\n

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\nSecond graders compare water conservation issues as they impact the past, present, and future in Nevada. In this water conservation activity, 2nd graders perform and ice experiment to comprehend water collection differences. Students...\n
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\nRe: Forest Station\n

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\nStudents read an online article to explore rainforests of the world starting with the Barro Colorado reserve in the Panama Canal. They participate in a mock international summit about rainforest conservation issues.\n
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\nConservation Issues\n

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\nStudents discover the relationship among living things in an ecosystem. They identify the impact of environmental changes on animals and how to protect them. They work together to create an informational brochure.\n
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\nHow Do We Balance Environmental Conservation with Human Needs?\n

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\nStudents role play a meeting between conservation biologists and local representatives who want to advance the livelihood of local population. In this history lesson plan, students research the necessities and conservation issues of...\n
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\nQuiz on Natural Resources #1\n

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\nFor this physical science worksheet, students complete an 8 question multiple choice online interactive quiz about the natural resources and fossil fuels. The quiz may also be printed and completed on paper.\n
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\nRapid Brainstorming: How Can We Conserve Our Water Resources?\n

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\nWater covers around 75 percent of the earth, yet humans struggle to find enough fresh water to live. The fourth of 10 lessons focusing on Fresh Solutions requires brainstorming. Young scientists consider various problems related to fresh...\n
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\nGalapagos Conservation\n

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\nThe Galapagos Islands inspired Darwin to develop his theory of evolution. These wonderful islands will also be the topic of a lesson on habitat and conservation. In small groups, learners will collect and synthesize information regarding...\n
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\nOnline Information: Fact or Fiction\n

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\nDiscuss ways to determine if the information middle and high schoolers gather online is accurate. Using the Internet, they cite two sources that show conflicting points of view on a subtopic of conservation. They summarize and analyze...\n
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\nSustainable Water Solutions: Weighing the Pros and Cons\n

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\nSwitching indoor water fixtures to low flow reduces water usage by more than 45 percent. This and other solutions to reduce water usage have both pros and cons. Scholars view videos of different solutions, discuss them in small groups,...\n
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\nFresh Solutions: Design Thinking Challenge\n

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\nHow do people transport fresh water long distances to ensure everyone has access to it? The final lesson in the 10-part Fresh Solutions unit encourages individuals to design their own solution, or solutions, to that very problem. Groups...\n
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\nHow Do We Meet the Growing Need for Water?\n

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\nSome aquifers took thousands of years to collect water, yet they have been depleted in only a hundred years. Viewers learn about where humans use water and the serious concerns for the future of the water supply in the second of 10...\n
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\nOne 17-ounce bottle of Cola requires around 46 gallons of water to produce. How is that possible? Young scientists learn about the hidden water used to produce everyday items. They research, discuss, and look for ways to reduce water...\n
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\nSea Turtle Math\n

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\nYoung scholars consider the future of endangered species. For this conservation lesson, students view a slide show and use mathematical data to construct a prediction for the survival of an endangered species. This lesson includes,...\n
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\nDesalination\n

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\nDesalination requires around two gallons of sea water to make one gallon of fresh water—that's quite a ratio! Viewers consider the pros and cons of desalination as one option to providing fresh water. They learn about two different...\n
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\nA New Bedford Voyage!\n

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\nA thorough set of activities, articles, and reference material can enlighten your class about the history of whaling in New England. Kids travel back to a time when whale products were valuable and hunting whales was a way to help the...\n
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\nLAND USE DEBATE / TOWN MEETING\n

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\nNinth graders research, analyze, and orally defend an issue related to the use of geologic resources. They defend their position in written form by composing a letter to an appropriate source.\n
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\nMigrating Across Borders\n

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\nStudents research and map the migratory patterns of the golden-winged warbler. They develop a strategy to protect this species and, in teams representing different countries, negotiate treaties with each other to protect the bird.\n
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\nThe Giant Pandas\n

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\nStudents recognize that pandas are endangered. In this panda lesson, students research and create a pamphlet about pandas.  Students create a 30 second advertisement. Students participate in problem solving for solutions to the...\n
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\nOld Growth Forest Mural\n

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\nStudents explore the four characteristics of an old growth forest. For this forest lesson, students research old growth forests and their inhabitants. Students work in four separate groups and create a mural for their characteristic of...\n
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\nTurtle Hurdles\n

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\nStudents explore physical education by researching biology. In this survival techniques lesson, students discuss the methods turtles use to survive dangerous encounters and conduct a sea turtle role play exercise. Students identify the...\n
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