Earth Day: Social Studies

Greta Thunberg

Welcome to our In the Know topic for April, Earth Day. Check back later this month for science coverage of the topic! You may wish to take a look at other grade spans and recommend articles to students that are below or above their grade’s reading level.

Grades K-1 learn about children who are working against climate change. A Spanish translation to the article may be found here.

Grades 2-3 learn about the Great Global Cleanup. A Spanish translation to the article may be found here.

Grades 4-5 examine how climate change is causing increased contact between humans and polar bears.  A Spanish translation to the article may be found here.

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