Climate Change Discussion Cards

Learn about climate change through discussion and reflection

Description

This activity guide is designed for kids aged 7 to 11 to learn about climate change. It starts by explaining what climate is and how scientists measure it. It focuses on how human activities, like burning fossil fuels and deforestation, cause climate change by releasing greenhouse gases. The guide highlights the serious impacts of climate change, such as melting ice caps, extreme weather, and risks to wildlife. It emphasizes the importance of addressing this issue and encourages students to take action to protect the planet. It also shows how climate change connects to different school subjects like geography, science, and social studies. The guide includes discussion cards to spark conversations about the future effects of climate change, renewable energy, impacts on specific regions, deforestation, dietary choices, and extreme weather events. Overall, it’s a comprehensive resource  to educate kids about climate change and empower them to make a positive impact on our planet’s future.
  • Discussion cards
  1. Start by introducing the topic of climate change
  2. Divide the group into small groups, depending on size of the group
  3. Hand out the discussion cards
  4. Instruct the participants to discuss within the groups
  5. Facilitate the discussion by moving around the room and engaging with different groups, guiding conversation when necessary
  6. To conclude, gather the entire group for a collective discussion and reflection moment
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