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Youth Climate Story: Wildfires and Air Pollution in Nevada
Provided by: ACE |Published on: April 27, 2021
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Synopsis
- This video features Miss Reno discussing the importance of advocating for climate action and the connection between increasing temperatures and more wildfires in Nevada.
- A lesson plan, writing assignment, and student worksheet about local climate impacts are included to complement the video.
Subjects: Biology, Earth and Space Sciences, English Language Arts, Health
Authors: ACE
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Nevada
Languages: English
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Positives
- This video advocates for taking action to mitigate climate change, using a hopeful but urgent tone.
- Youth are empowered to take action and use their skills to make a difference.
- Students are able to practice their writing and advocacy skills by drafting their own climate story as a part of the included lesson plan.
Additional Prerequisites
- Students should be familiar with the concept of climate change.
- After viewing the video, teachers must log in to access the lesson plan.
Differentiation
- Consider having students discuss if their local community is impacted by wildfires or what other climate risks their community faces.
- Science classes could use this video when discussing ecological succession, ecosystems, the water cycle, or climate regions.
- Social studies classes could use this video or lesson when discussing intergenerational justice, environmental justice, or the many effects of climate change on vulnerable communities.
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Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)
Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)'s mission is to educate, inspire and support young people to lead the fight for their future. To achieve their mission, ACE ensures young people have everything they need to understand the science of climate emergency and advocate for solutions.
All resources can be used for your educational purposes with proper attribution to the content provider.
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