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How Can We Help? Chart
Environmental Stewardship
20 minutes
Whole class discussion
Discussion
Learning Objective
Brainstorm actions to protect plants and animals in our community
Materials Needed
Large chart paper
Markers in different colors
Pictures showing environmental problems and solutions
Sticky notes
Stickers for voting
Preparation
1
Prepare chart with headings: 'Problems' and 'How We Can Help'
2
Gather pictures showing environmental issues and solutions
3
Think of age-appropriate examples
4
Set up comfortable discussion area
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Discuss problems: littering, cutting trees, harming animals
2
Ask: 'How can we help solve these problems?'
3
Record children's ideas on the chart
4
Encourage specific, doable actions: 'Put trash in bins', 'Be gentle with animals'
5
Let children vote on which actions they want to try first
6
Make commitments: 'Our class promises to...'
Assessment
Can the child identify environmental problems?
Does the child suggest realistic solutions?
Does the child show commitment to helping?
Extensions
Turn chart into a class pledge with signatures
Create action plan with specific steps
Make posters to share ideas with other classes
Check progress on commitments weekly
Teaching Tips
Keep solutions positive and achievable
Connect to children's daily experiences
Emphasize that children can make a difference
Follow up on commitments made
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