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  Using Real-Life Data to Understand Climate Change

  This lesson is aimed at increasing students' general knowledge of climate change on local, national and global scales and how such changes in climate will affect humans. This lesson provides data detailing the average annual...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate
  Subject:Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Environmental Science
  Level:Intermediate / Middle, Secondary
  Grade: 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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  Vermicomposting

  This unit is composed of 5 lessons that aim to teach students the process of vermicomposting in order to practice and encourage the recycling of food waste.

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Recycling and Waste Management, Solutions, Sustainable Development
  Subject:Science, Family/Consumer Studies, Environmental Studies
  Level:Intermediate / Middle, Secondary
  Grade: 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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  Wake Up, Freak Out, Then Get a Grip

  A short animated film about the feedback loops likely to lead to catastrophic climate change, by Leo Murray. This resource is an incredible explanation of the severity of climate change in association with various interacting systems....

  Type:Video
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Ecosystems, Social Justice
  Subject:Science, Social Studies, Environmental Science
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  Warming Waters

  A case study on how climate change threatens cold water fish. Issues such as pollution, overfishing, and invasive species are discussed in relation to their implication on fish populations.

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Water Issues
  Subject:Science, Biology, Environmental Science
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  Water

  This resource introduces water as an essential element in the life of all species. Students conduct experiments to understand the properties of salt water versus fresh water. By studying the changing habitat of the polar bear,...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Health, Water Issues
  Subject:Science, Geography, Social Studies
  Level:Intermediate / Middle
  Grade: 4 5 6 7 8 9
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  Water Resources and Hydroclimate

  This link provides a concise explanation of water resources and hydroclimates, explaining how climate change affects these issues and providing links to additional publications and research on the issue.

  Type:Research
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Ecosystems, Water Issues
  Subject:Science, Geography, Social Studies
  Level:Intermediate / Middle, Secondary
  Grade: 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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  Water Vapor: Feedback or Forcing? (Pilot)

  This module is on water vapor's role in the atmosphere and climate change. After reading through the scenario and using the additional resources provided, students complete investigations to further their understanding and...

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Water Issues
  Subject:Mathematics, Science, Geography, Technology and Skilled Trades, Environmental Studies
  Level:Primary / Elementary, Intermediate / Middle, Secondary
  Grade:K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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  Watershed Monitoring and Reporting Progress Summary

  Published by Toronto and Region Conservation for the Living City , this 2014 report highlights the Regional Watershed Monitoring Program and additional projections. This resource has been to chosen for students to use in...

  Type:Research
  Topic:Ecosystems, Natural Resources, Water Issues
  Subject:Science, Environmental Studies
  Level:Secondary
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  Watersheds and Climate Change, Ask-an-Expert

  Paul Lehman is the General Manager of Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) — the conservation agency responsible for the Carp and Mississippi watersheds in the Ottawa Valley in Ontario. Climate Change Where I...

  Type:Research
  Topic:Air, Atmosphere and Climate, Ecosystems, Water Issues
  Subject:Science, Geography, Interdisciplinary Studies, Social Studies, Environmental Studies
  Level:Secondary
  Grade: 9 10 11 12
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  What does biodiversity have to do with the food we eat?

  Students keep a daily food log for three days. After, they investigate how their food consumption depends on genetic and species diversity.

  Type:Lesson Plan
  Topic:Biodiversity, Ecosystems, Food and Agriculture
  Subject:Mathematics, Science, Health & Wellbeing
  Level:Primary / Elementary
  Grade:JK K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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