Lesson Plan

Global Snow Cover Changes

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Snow is actually translucent, reflecting light off its surface which creates its white appearance. Pairs or individuals access the given website and answer questions about snow cover. They analyze graphs and charts, examine data, and complete readings in order to write a statement about snow cover in the US over the past 10 years. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
NGSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Place scholars in pairs to maximize discussion to help facilitate the activity
Classroom Considerations
  • Reserve a computer lab if you don't have enough computers for pairs in the classroom
  • Asks individuals to determine their own question upon which to draw a conclusion; teachers may want to omit this due to time restraints
  • Activity seems best fit for high school or upper middle schoolers
Pros
  • Activity is an extensive worksheet (seven pages)
  • New vocabulary found under resources
Cons
  • None
Common Core
NGSS