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What is an Ecological Footprint?

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Introduce youngsters to the term ecological footprint. Learners identify ways in which humans affect the environment. They look at the problems associated with the use of natural resources, and focus on ways to preserve natural environments and non-renewable energy sources. Some excellent streamed video, websites, activities, and worksheets are embedded in this nicely thought-out plan.

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ecological footprints, ecology, natural resources

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ecological footprint, ecology, natural resource, science
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Grade
4th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 day
Instructional Strategies
Modeling
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Technology
Video

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