Waste: The Global View: The Costs of Waste Gr. 5-8

Waste: The Global View: The Costs of Waste Gr. 5-8

A comprehensive and engaging teaching resource perfect for educators interested in environmental science, specifically waste management.

With the growing concern for sustainability and managing the planet's resources responsibly, this material exposes learners from Grades 5-8 to a global perspective on necessary waste management practices.

The Costs of Waste

1. Hurricane Katrina
2. The Indian Ocean tsunami
3. The issue of space debris

This chapter showcases different types of wastes from various situations such as natural disasters, oil spills, agriculture & mining. Equipping them with crucial knowledge about agricultural pesticides & nuclear plant radioactive wastes empowers students to be more informed custodians.

Educational Resources Included:

• An array of student activities designed for before and after reading periods such as crossword puzzles and word searches make lessons interactive while also reinforcing key terms discussed within the content.
• A final quiz that helps teachers assess student understanding effectively within curriculum standards supported by an answer key provided for seamless feedback.
• Tie everything together with beautiful color mini posters that encapsulate takeaway points visually enabling more effective retention in a fun way!

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