Ocean Habitat Changes Lesson
Created by Teacher(s): Lindsey Clementz|Published on: June 8, 2022
Grades: K, 1, 2
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Biology, Civics
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Created by: New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers
Region: Global
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Synopsis
This lesson introduces students to the effects of climate change on animals and their habitats.
Inquire: Students observe ocean animals and their habitats using scientific observation skills.
Investigate: Students identify characteristics of animal habitats and analyze how habitat changes can affect animals.
Inspire: Students write a letter to a community leader explaining what humans could do to help animals adapt to change.
Share: This lesson plan is licensed under Creative Commons.
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Lindsey Clementz
K-2 ELA and Math Teacher
Lindsey is a current graduate student at Harvard Graduate School of Education pursuing her degree in Education Leadership, Organizations, and Entrepreneurship. She is focusing her studies on education policy strategies and curriculum implementation. Previously, she was a second-grade teacher in Chicago Public Schools for the past four years. She studied elementary education for her bachelor's degree at Loyola University Chicago. Along with her degree, she earned an endorsement in teaching English language learners and reading. While teaching, she took additional courses in teaching math at the University of Chicago. Additionally, she participated in teaching advisory councils at both the Shedd Aquarium and the Chicago History Museum.
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