Hurricane Damage and Climate Strikes in Florida
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Provided by: ACE|Published on: April 27, 2021
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Synopsis
- This video is about Gabriella, a climate activist, and her experience with hurricanes and community organizing in Miami, Florida.
- A lesson plan, weather mapping activity, and art project are also included to accompany this video, once you sign into the site.
Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Civics, Mathematics
Authors: ACE
Region: North America, USA - South, United States, Caribbean, Florida
Languages: English
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Positives
- The video discusses Gabriella's feelings and fears about what her future might look like, which may resonate with many students.
- The activities help students learn about weather systems and patterns.
Additional Prerequisites
- The video is available without an account but teachers must sign in to access the additional teaching materials.
Differentiation
- Social studies, civics, and geography classes could use this video when discussing how cities and communities should plan and prepare for natural disasters and climate change.
- The video allows students to practice empathy, which could be displayed in group conversations or class discussions about how natural disasters affect people.
- Younger students may need support on the weather mapping activity, so have them work in groups and provide additional guidance.
- Other resources about hurricanes include this StC lesson plan, this PBS video, and this interactive NASA resource.
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About the Partner Provider
Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)
Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)'s mission is to educate, inspire and support young people to lead the fight for their future. To achieve their mission, ACE ensures young people have everything they need to understand the science of climate emergency and advocate for solutions.
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