Coco's Fire
Grades3, 4, 5Earth and Space Sciences, Psychology
What it is
In this story read-aloud, Coco learns about climate change and finds ways to channel her worry into action.
Students will understand ways to calm down when they feel overwhelmed and consider examples of climate action.
Teaching tips
Prerequisites:
Ensure students are familiar with climate change, as the climate science presented in the video is relatively weak.
Consider introducing concepts like wildfires related to climate change and wind power.
Classroom Implementation:
Use this video to demonstrate introduce strategies, such as deep breathing and seeking to understand.
Use this video during units and lessons about climate change to help students process related emotions.
Extensions:
Have students write letters to their leaders like Coco did in the story.
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