Leave the World Better: Video Response Worksheet
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1 hour 30 minutesGrades6, 7, 8English Language Arts
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Written by Mallory Swafford
About this activity
In this activity, students write an informative piece about the effort the country of Wales is taking to ensure they create a better future for upcoming generations. It is important for students to understand how the actions they take today can make an impact on tomorrow.
Everything you need to teach it
- Leave the World Better: Video Response WorksheetView Activity
Teaching tips
- Students view the video Lessons On Leaving the World Better Than You Found It
- Encourage students to take notes on the provided worksheet during the video.
- After the video, open up the classroom for students to discuss facts and information they found interesting or important during the video. Consider projecting and recording this information for additional scaffolding. Discussion questions might include the following:
- Why is the Well-being of Future Generations Act important for our future?
- How can considering the needs of future generations change the way we make decisions today?
- Can you think of a decision made by your school or community that could have a long-term impact? How could it be improved to benefit future generations?
- How can young people like you contribute to making the world a better place for future generations?
- How did the video make you feel? Hopeful? Energized? Stressed?
- After the video and discussion, students should finish the note-taking page.
- Students may also use their note-taking page to write an informative/explanatory piece.
- This activity can be the first step in a larger project where students share their thoughts and plans with others. For example, students may give a speech, record a video, or create artwork.
From the scientist review
With the exploration of climate solutions and national goals as well as the advocacy of bold and urgent action, this activity enables students to learn about strategies to safeguard the Earth. After reviewing the activity, we determined that it satisfied the requirements of our science credibility procedure.
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About the teacher writer
Mallory Swafford
Teacher
I graduated in 2014 from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale with a zoology degree. I worked in the field of zoology until 2018 when I decided to make the switch to education. I now am certified to teach first through sixth grades in general education. I am endorsed in middle grades science and I expect to finish my master's in high school biology this year. I love teaching science and am excited to work with the Subject to Climate team!
