Lesson Plan

Migration, Adaptation, and Changing Climates

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People adjust to their environments without even thinking about it—even if it's simply throwing on a sweatshirt. Lead the class in a discussion about the adjustments people make in their daily lives as an introduction to adaptations, migration, and coping. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Have the class work in groups to create lists of ways they adjust to their environments and create posters classifying each
  • Start a glossary and add new vocabulary as it comes up in discussion
Classroom Considerations
  • Expects pupils to have experiences with different types of weather
  • The first in a six-part unit on climate change
Pros
  • Includes an extension activity
  • Provides a detailed teaching guide to help facilitate the lesson
Cons
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