https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st Grade 5 en-us 2021-08-05 12:56:59 UTC 2021-08-08 17:12:51 UTC hello@padlet.com temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1669979400 This nonfiction book explains what climate change is and how it is affecting our planet. Gail Herman presents multiple causes and perspectives on the issues from a non-biased point of view. This text explains climate change in a kid friendly way in a chapter book format. This book will help kids to develop a deeper understanding as to why climate change is happening on Earth. ]]> 2021-08-05 13:00:35 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1669979400 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1669998129 This beautiful nonfiction picture book explains what global warming is and how it is contributing to climate change. This books provides multiple reasons why our climate is changing and the effects it has on Earth and it's population. In addition, the author provides multiple texts features and tips for being more environmentally friendly. ]]> 2021-08-05 13:22:01 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1669998129 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670007323 This nonfiction text explains the cause and effects of global warming and how devastating it is to our survival. This science e-book aligns perfectly to the Next Generation Science Standards and allows children to "Think like a Scientist" and engage in a hands on Science activity to help better understand global warming. ]]> 2021-08-05 13:30:27 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670007323 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670016527 This informational fiction text takes children on an adventure to discover what global warming is and why the earth is getting warmer. Even though this books is fiction, it is filled with scientific facts that help explain climate change and its devastating effects on Earth. This book helps children to understand that they will be affected by climate change and need to start making a change to help our environment. This book is also available as an audio recording. ]]> 2021-08-05 13:39:47 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670016527 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670023271 This juvenile nonfiction book follows a poetic format great for engaging children in the facts of climate change. This book explains what climate change is, why it is happening, and ways we can help make a positive change in the environment. The texts is paired with beautiful images and text features that help students overall comprehension of the topic. This text is great to use for a read aloud. ]]> 2021-08-05 13:46:22 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670023271 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670036085 This nonfiction chapter book explains the history and facts behind why and how climate change is happening. This chapter books is paired with many illustrations and text features designed to help the reader better understand climate change. ]]> 2021-08-05 13:58:00 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670036085 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670043360 1. What is climate change and how is it affecting Earth?
2. What is the difference between climate change and global warming?
3. How do we know the climate is changing? Can you provide examples?
4. Why is the climate changing? Can you explain specific reasons why this is happening?

]]> 2021-08-05 14:04:50 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670043360 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670050442 This article will help further extend students' knowlegde of what climate change is and why it is happening. This article is written in a kid friendly way and includes graphs, pictures and videos throughout to provide a clear explanation. ]]> 2021-08-05 14:10:52 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670050442 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670059113 This straightforward text answers common questions regarding climate change. This text can help clarify students confusion and solidify their understanding of climate change. ]]> 2021-08-05 14:19:25 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670059113 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670064457 In this video, Bill Nye explains why climate change is a real issue that we need to take seriously. He explains the reasons why it is happening and why we should care. This video will provide an in depth understanding as to what climate change is, why it is happening and what we can do to help. This video is an alternative format to learn about climate change rather than just written text. ]]> 2021-08-05 14:24:02 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670064457 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670386875 This video is great to help young learners understand climate change as it is told from a kids point of view. This video explains, in a kid friendly way, what climate change is, reasons why it happens, and the effects it has on earth. It provides a very simple, straightforward explanation.]]> 2021-08-05 21:04:32 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670386875 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670391099 This fiction book provides many powerful stories on how climate change has effected Earth and our environment. This book has many stories, so one can pick and choose their favorites or read all of them. The stories represent places all over the world such as, Siberia, Canada, Australia, etc. This book really displays the effect climate change has on us all. ]]> 2021-08-05 21:11:43 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670391099 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670393574 This nonfiction book explains the devastating effects global warming and climate change can have on our environment. The book explains global warming in kid friendly terms and pairs the text with vivid photos and illustrations. The book also provides ways for kids to help fight the effects of global warming. ]]> 2021-08-05 21:17:29 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670393574 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670397889 This realistic fiction novel follows a 12-year-old boy Sam who tries to escape a raging wildfire. The story shows just how dangerous and scary wildfires are. Wildfires are real natural disastors that occur in our world today. The book explains the wildfires are cause by droughts, which are a direct cause of climate change. The fiction story portrays what life can be like for someones living in area affected by wildfires and the effects it can have on our environment. At the end of the book, the author provides real information about wildfires and some safety tips. ]]> 2021-08-05 21:23:03 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670397889 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670401874 This kid-friendly nonfiction book explain how humans have played a huge role in throwing our world "out of balance." The book describes the many impacts climate change has had on our environment such as, air pollution, rising sea levels, increased garbage and plastic waste and wildfires. This text includes many illustrations and text features designed to support student learning. ]]> 2021-08-05 21:31:13 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670401874 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670405642 This nonfiction book explains the affect climate change has had on rising sea levels. This books suggests the Earth will one day be under water if we do not change our ways. This books contains photographs, facts and images that show how environments across the world are affected by rising sea levels and what earth might look like one day. This books has a powerful, eye opening message about how serious the effects of climate change are on our environment. ]]> 2021-08-05 21:39:35 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670405642 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670407917 This fiction story portrays the effect rising sea levels have on the environment and the people/animals in that environment. This story is told by a young girl, Imarvaluk, who explains how rising sea levels are taking away her home on a small island. The girl and her family are forced to retreat from their homes toward the mainland. She worries that one day soon, the whole island will be under water. This fictional story explains the devastating effect climate change can have on environments around the world that we may not even be aware of.  ]]> 2021-08-05 21:45:05 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670407917 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670412100 1. How is climate change affecting our environment? Can you provide examples.
2. What will happen to the environment if we do nothing to stop climate change?
3. Were you surprised by any of the information you read? or Were you able to relate to any of the information you read?]]> 2021-08-05 21:54:25 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670412100 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670414121 This article supports the idea that climate change and global warming are having devastating effects on our environment. Specifically, this article discusses the melting of ice in the arctic that is causing sea levels to rise at a rapid pace. This change is affecting both the humans and animals that live in the environment. This article is designed for children to read and is written with kid friendly language. ]]> 2021-08-05 21:58:57 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670414121 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670416840 This article explains how changes in the environment caused by climate change are affecting both the humans and animals that live in that environment. This article explains that the ice in Greenland and the Canadian Arctic are melting away at rapid paces. The rapid melting is destroying their homes, killing the animals and making is difficult to find food. This environment is meant to be cold and icy and no longer is. ]]> 2021-08-05 22:05:10 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670416840 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670422548 This video explains how climate change is causing sea levels to rise effecting the environments we live in. These rising sea levels are destroying parts of our land and causing extreme flooding. The video also explains just how dangerous rising sea levels can be. ]]> 2021-08-05 22:18:56 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670422548 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670424923 This video explains the devastating impacts climate change has and will continue to have on the environment. This is a kid friendly video that is explained through the use of animation. It explains how changes to the environment will effect both people and animals as well. ]]> 2021-08-05 22:24:12 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670424923 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670427931 This nonfiction text explains the effects that climate change has on animals and humans. It explains the climate change impacts everyone and can be very devastating to all living things on Earth.]]> 2021-08-05 22:30:16 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670427931 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670431204 This book explains how climate change can affect all forms of wildlife. As the planet warms up, animals are forced to adapt to these changing environments. If they can not adapt, they will eventually become extinct. This book also provides additional websites and books to help kids become more informed. ]]> 2021-08-05 22:38:11 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670431204 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670434314 This narrative nonfiction novel is written especially for kids. It helps to explain what is happening to the world's oceans and that if we continue on this path, fish will eventually become extinct. Once, fish become extinct it will cause a multitude of other problems that will spiral out of control. The book explains that this could all happen as soon as the next 50 years if we do not make a change. This chapter book is equipped with graphics, illustrations and large colorful fonts that appeal to kids. ]]> 2021-08-05 22:45:06 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670434314 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670438098 This informational picture book is perfect for a read aloud that is designed to explain the effects of climate change on animals. This story follows a polar bear that becomes separated from it's family in a storm. Along the way the polar bear meets other animals in the arctic also affected by climate change. The story has beautiful illustrations that will grab the readers attention and entertain students of all ages. ]]> 2021-08-05 22:53:34 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670438098 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670442106 This nonfiction story includes true stories from well known climate change advocates. These stories explain the devastating effects climate change has had on people and animals all over the world. Their stories hope to inspire the future generation to make a change and save our planet. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:02:20 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670442106 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670446257 The fiction story follows a group of middle schoolers who go on a mission to learn about the impact of climate change around the world. This fun story presents real facts and information on climate change and the effects it has had on people and their communities around the world. This story is engaging and fun for kids, but also allows them to learn about climate change and the impact it has. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:10:57 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670446257 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670447318 1. How is climate change affecting humans and animals? Can you provide examples?
2. What will happen to humans and animals if climate change continues to get worse?
3. Were you surprised by any information that you read? or Can you relate to any of the information you read?]]> 2021-08-05 23:13:10 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670447318 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670450982 This article explains how global warming is affecting the tuatara population in New Zealand. These animals have been around since the dinosaur ages and are starting to become extinct because of the rise in temperature. This article supports how climate change is affecting wildlife around the world. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:20:10 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670450982 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670454561 This kid friendly article explains how climate change is contributing to extreme weather. It goes on to explain how poor people in Africa are not equipped to handle this extreme weather and as a result, their homes are destroyed and they are going hungry. They do not have the tools or resources necessary to handle these extreme weather conditions, and as a result, are suffering. This article shows how climate change can affect peoples overall well being. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:25:44 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670454561 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670456568 This video pairs perfectly with the previous article explaining how climate change has had a huge impact on poor people in Africa. This video provides students with a first hand account of what these people are going through and how difficult it is for them. It creates a lasting impact on how dangerous climate change is and the devastating effect it can have on human populations. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:29:10 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670456568 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670460167 This video explains the effect climate change has on a variety of species in different parts of the world. It explains what is happening to these animals and why. This video includes music and interesting facts designed to engage students in learning. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:34:55 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670460167 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670464322 This nonfiction story is written by Greta Thunberg, a teenage climate activist who trying to reach young people to help make a difference. This book presents her various speeches and words, in which she hopes to get across the message that climate change is a huge problem. Greta hopes to encourage young kids to be the future and make a difference in a world. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:42:29 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670464322 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670466484 This nonfiction children's book is perfect for discussing climate change and ways that we can help make a difference. This book not only provides great facts and pictures, but also hands on activities for kids to engage in. There is an entire chapter on how kids can help fight climate change. This book is great to read in the classroom as a whole group. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:46:40 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670466484 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670470326 This nonfiction picture book is great for a whole class read aloud. This book helps children to understand that they can step up and make a difference in the world even though they are only kids. This book presents 12 young climate change activists who are stepping up to take action against climate change. This book shows kids that they can make an impact at any age and change the world for the better. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:53:25 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670470326 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670474274 This is an uplifting nonfiction book that explains to kids that they can make a difference in the world. This books contains facts about climate change, great illustrations and ways to make a difference in the environment. The book provides many ideas and activities for kids to engage in to help fight climate change. This book not only teaches kids about climate change, but teaches them ways they can make a difference. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:00:44 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670474274 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670476982 This fiction story follows the character, Josie, who is a young girl from Brooklyn hoping to prevent climate change. This fun and lighthearted story address climate change and how young children can do their part to fight the effects of climate change. In order to reduce the amount of cars on the road, Josie has the idea of forming the Fourth Grade Bike Brigade to reduce carbon emissions. This book shows young children they can make a difference by making simple changes in their every day lives. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:05:13 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670476982 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670478266 1. What are some ways you can help prevent climate change? How will you implement these ideas?
2. How can you make a difference and stand up for what is right? Please provide examples. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:07:25 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670478266 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670480724 This article provides great ways for children to do their part to help in the fight against climate change. It is written in a kid friendly way that encourages children to advocate for change. This article is great as it provides simple things that kids can easily do in their everyday lives. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:10:34 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670480724 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670485464 This article allows students to see how young children are already advocating for change and trying to make a difference in the world. This article shares the story of 4 different teenage girls from different parts of the world who are climate activist. These young girls are organizing climate strikes to raise awareness around climate change. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:16:04 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670485464 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670490020 This video talks about the many young children who have used science to help combat climate change. The video also explains different ways that kids can help to make a difference through science experiments. This video is very kid friendly and motivating, as it opens kids eyes up to what other kids their age have done to help save the earth. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:21:33 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670490020 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670495924 This video is a TED talk by Greta Thunberg, one of the most famous children's environmental activists. In this video, Greta discusses how she feels about climate change and ways she has tried to make a difference. This video can show young learners that you can make a difference at any age. It is inspiring to see such a young girl have such a passion about making a difference in the world. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:27:49 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670495924 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670508542 1. Student will work in groups to create a Google Slides or Powerpoint presentation explaining what climate change is. In their groups, they will discuss what to include and how to format their presentation. They will work as a group to include the information they feel is most important in explaining climate change.
2. After reading, Good Morning Trees by Aisha Nnoli, student will complete a Book Talk Google slide. Here students will share their favorite fact, their reactions, who might love this book, etc. They will share their Book Talks with all classmates and be able to leave comments on each other's google slides.
3. Students will create a digital movie explaining climate change. They will use the Bill Nye video as a guide. They can choose to work with a partner or on their own. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:40:31 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670508542 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670521969 1. All students will research a place on earth that has been affected by climate change. They will then write a short essay describing the environmental disaster. They will add their research to a class padlet for the whole class to read and learn about.
2. Students will fill out a Book-Head-Heart response to Wildfire. They will share what was in the book, what was in their heads, and what was in their hearts.
3. Student will fill out a compare and contrast chart for Wildfire and My Wounded Island. After students have completed their charts, they will have a book club discussion. They will not only discuss climate change, but how it can affect the people in a specific environment. They can use the other texts to contribute more facts and information into their discussions. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:52:27 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670521969 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670547637 1. In groups, students will discuss ways that they can combat climate change. They will then choose an idea and create a school wide initiative. They will create informational posters, digital posters, videos, whatever they choose to get their message across. The goal is to inform the rest of the school about climate change and ways they can help. 
2. Students will conduct research and write persuasive letters to a person, place, business, organization of their choosing to persuade them to help fight the effects of climate change. They can write the letter to the government, large companies responsible for waste and carbon emissions, etc. 
3. As a class, we will brainstorm ways that we can help the environment in our own classroom. We will create a list of things that we can do daily to help the environment and actually do them. We will then create a video explaining how our class plans to make a difference in the world and combat climate change. We will share this video on Youtube for others to see. ]]> 2021-08-06 01:18:09 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670547637 temerson55 https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670550206 1. Students will choose to research one animal affected by climate change. They will become an expert on this animal and how it has been impacted. Each child will create a Powerpoint or Google Slides presentation to share with the class. 
2.  Students will write a letter to a climate change expert and share there opinions and questions. Students can include facts and information in their letters as well. 
3. Students will create their own short stories, either fiction or non-fiction, that depicts how climate change can effect people. They can write about a personal experience, or make up a story based on climate change facts. ]]> 2021-08-06 01:20:49 UTC https://padlet.com/temerson55/6xh15b23mq1fk1st/wish/1670550206