ELA Lesson: Evaluating Message and Messenger

Created by Teacher(s): Yen-Yen Chiu|Published on: June 15, 2023
Lesson Plan Grades 9-12 Created by SubjectToClimate teachers

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In this lesson, students learn the impacts of climate change on birds, explore the effectiveness of public art on climate change awareness, and synthesize informational texts into an essay.


Step 1 - Inquire: Students watch a video showing the effects of climate change on bird sizes and discuss their observations and questions.


Step 2 - Investigate: Students explore the art and artists of the Audubon Mural project, read an article, and discuss the effectiveness of art in climate change awareness.


Step 3 - Inspire: Students learn about the personal beliefs of John J. Audubon, reflect on the relevance of these beliefs to the work of the Audubon Society, and respond in a persuasive or argumentative essay.

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Subjects: English Language Arts
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
Region: Global
Posted on Jun 15, 2023

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