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Earth Care: The Abandoned Mine [Pdf]
For this mini-unit, students will research urban waste disposal issues, and investigate the practicality and environmental impact of using an abandoned mine as a landfill.
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Earth Care: Types of Lights [Pdf]
Studying what kinds of lighting are used at school and what the routines are for using them will enable middle schoolers to understand the challenges in reducing energy use in a large building. In the process, they will develop...
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Earth Care: Recycling Survey [Pdf]
For this activity, students construct a survey about recycling practices in their school and community, then share the results in class and draw conclusions.
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Earth Care: Think Green [Pdf]
Pupils will explore what is involved in printer cartridge recycling, and look at its potential as a school fundraiser.
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Earth Care: Whose Garbage Is It? [Pdf]
After researching the political and environmental issues around Toronto, Ontario's shipment of its waste to Ann Arbor, Michigan, students will hold a debate and write an opinion paper.
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Earth Care: Words to Action [Pdf]
After investigating the health of waterways in their community, students can undertake this activity where they participate in a community cleanup.
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Earth Care: Audit of Household Waste [Pdf]
After performing an audit of their families' household garbage, students compare their results in class and come up with ways they can encourage environmentally friendly practices at home.
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Earth Care: What Can We All Do? [Pdf]
A list of things everyone can do to reduce energy consumption.
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Earth Care: Recycling: Why Do We Recycle? [Pdf]
A two-page handout on the rationale for recycling and what happens to recycled materials in one community.
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Earth Care: Enviro Facts [Pdf]
A collection of facts about Canadians' use of energy and water, and their management of waste.
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Earth Care: Toys for the Future [Pdf]
For this activity designed for Grade 8, middle schoolers are given the hypothetical task of designing a new school playground area for the younger children. The space must highlight technological innovation and renewable or alternative...
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Earth Care: Filter It Down [Pdf]
Students will investigate how different materials filter water and learn about water treatment.