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9th - 12th
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High School EcoHouse Curriculum

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How has the level of carbon dioxide changed over recent years, and what is contributing it? Groups work together to research and present their findings in a creative way. Also built into the lesson is a visit to a sustainable house, but it is not a necessary component to the lesson's success if there is not an eco-house available to tour in your area.

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Concepts

Persuasive Writing, persuasion, persuasive arguments, carbon footprints, carbon emissions, ecological footprints, global warming, climate change, conservation, greenhouse gases, sustainability

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conservation, carbon footprint, sustainability, global warming, climate change, greenhouse gases, Persuasive Writing, science

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  • Groups work together to address real-world issues
  • Practical ideas are given for being more energy-efficient 
  • Flexibility in the project allows for more creativity in the presentations

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