Introduction
Climate change is affecting our planet in many ways—from rising temperatures to stronger storms. But young people around the world are taking action. In this WebQuest, you’ll explore how climate change impacts your community and create a campaign to raise awareness and inspire change.
Task
Your team will create a digital awareness campaign (poster, video, or social media post) that explains the causes and effects of climate change and encourages others to take action. You’ll present your campaign to the class and reflect on what you learned.
Process
Process
- Form groups of 3–4 students.
- Explore the topic:
- Read articles and watch videos from the resource list.
- Take notes on key facts, causes, effects, and solutions.
- Choose your campaign format:
- Poster, video, or social media post.
- Plan your message:
- What do you want people to know?
- What action do you want them to take?
- Create your campaign:
- Use visuals, facts, and persuasive language.
- Present to the class.
- Reflect:
- What did you learn?
- How can you make a difference?
Evaluation
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Conclusion
You’ve explored climate change and discovered how youth can lead the way in protecting our planet. Your campaign is a step toward change. Keep asking questions, stay informed, and use your voice to make a difference.
Credits
- NASA Climate Kids
- UNICEF Youth and Climate
- National Geographic Climate Change
- YouTube: Greta Thunberg Speeches