Green Spaces Lesson: Geography and Design
Created by Teacher(s): Lindsey Pockl, Amber Medina|Published on: September 30, 2021
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Geography, English Language Arts
Duration: 50 minutes
Created by: SubjectToClimate teachers
Region: Global
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Synopsis
In this lesson, students are introduced to the concept and importance of green spaces through the book Sofia Valdez, Future Prez by Andrea Beaty. Then, students have a chance to start imagining and designing their own ideal green space.
Inquire: Students examine the idea of a green space and read the book Sofia Valdez, Future Prez by Andrea Beaty.
Investigate: Students explore the definition of green space and explore their neighborhood using Google Maps or Google Earth.
Inspire: Students begin to design their own "perfect” green space.
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Lindsey Pockl
Lindsey worked with SubjectToClimate to develop accompanying materials for lesson plans for grades 3-12.
Amber Medina
Elementary School Teacher
Amber is a third grade elementary school teacher who has taught ELA, Environmental Education, and SEL. With a degree in Environmental Policy and Planning, her passion for environmental justice and action integrated curriculum led her to her commitment to climate education.
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