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- Engineering Design (4-ESS3-2): Generate and compare multiple solutions to reduce the impacts of natural Earth processes on humans
- Science & Engineering Practices: Define problems, analyze data, and design solutions
- Cross-cutting Concepts: Cause and effect; Systems and system models

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By the end of this 5-day challenge, students will be able to:
1. Identify and analyze local environmental problems
2. Collect and interpret environmental data
3. Design and test potential solutions
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of different solutions
5. Communicate findings using scientific evidence

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1. Introduction to local environmental issues through virtual field trip
2. Class discussion on observed problems
3. Form research teams
4. Begin problem research using provided resources

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THE ENVIRONMENT for Kids - Climate Change, Greenhouse Effect, Looking after the Planet and Energy

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1. Learn data collection methods
2. Practice using measurement tools
3. Teams collect data about their chosen problem
4. Create digital charts using Padlet to share findings with class

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Explore NOAA data collected around the globe in formats designed just for educators. These resources take information from our atmosphere and ocean and package it in easily accessible, classroom-friendly lesson plans, activities, and curricula.

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1. Brainstorming session
2. Sketch initial designs
3. Materials exploration
4. Begin prototype creation

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1. Test prototypes
2. Collect performance data
3. Team evaluation discussions
4. Refine designs based on results

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1. Prepare final presentations
2. Present solutions to class
3. Peer feedback session
4. Reflection discussion

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- Research similar solutions in other communities
- Calculate potential environmental impact
- Design alternative solutions
- Create awareness campaign

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- Provide sentence starters for written work
- Offer visual aids and templates
- Allow for multiple presentation formats
- Provide simplified or advanced data sets as needed

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- Daily research journal entries
- Team collaboration rubric
- Design process checkpoints
- Data collection accuracy checks

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- Final project rubric evaluating:
1. Problem analysis
2. Data collection and interpretation
3. Solution design and testing
4. Presentation quality
5. Team collaboration

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Browse stem rubrics resources on Teachers Pay Teachers, a marketplace trusted by millions of teachers for original educational resources.

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End each day with these questions:
1. What did we discover today?
2. What challenges did we face?
3. What questions do we still have?

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Students will create a brief video reflection on Padlet answering:
- How did our solution address the environmental problem?
- What would we do differently next time?
- How could our solution be implemented in our community?

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Day 1: Research similar environmental problems and solutions in other communities

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5 Environmental Children’s Books for Earth Day

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Want to teach your kids about the environment, sustainability, and climate change? Discover 5 fantastic books to read with your kids in honor of Earth Day.

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Day 2: Complete data analysis worksheet and create preliminary graphs

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Day 3: Finish design sketches and list required materials

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Day 4: Document test results and prepare presentation outline

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Day 5: Write a letter to a local official about your environmental solution