Introduction
Imagine that bees and butterflies suddenly disappeared. What would happen to our flowers, fruits, and vegetables? In this WebQuest, you will become an environmental advocate and discover why pollinators are essential to life on Earth.
Task
Create a digital infographic or one-page poster that explains:
- What pollinators are
- Why they are important
- The threats they face
- Three ways people can help protect them
Process
- Read the articles and watch the videos provided.
- Identify the different kinds of pollinators.
- List at least three reasons pollinators are important.
- Research simple ways to protect pollinators.
- Design your infographic or poster using Canva, PowerPoint, or by hand.
- Submit your finished work and write a short reflection (3–5 sentences) about what you learned.
Evaluation
| Criteria | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content Accuracy | All information is correct | Mostly correct | Some errors | Many errors |
| Creativity | Highly creative and attractive | Creative | Some creativity | Minimal effort |
| Organization | Well organized and easy to understand | Mostly organized | Somewhat organized | Difficult to follow |
| Reflection | Thoughtful and complete | Complete | Limited | Missing |
Conclusion
You have learned how pollinators help plants grow and why protecting them is important. Small actions, such as planting flowers and avoiding harmful pesticides, can make a big difference in keeping our environment healthy.
This topic is less commonly used than the water cycle or recycling.