Introduction to Air Quality Lesson
Created by Teacher(s): Emiliano Amaro, Lindsey Pockl|Published on: October 19, 2021
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Type: Lesson Plan
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Synopsis
In this lesson, students are introduced to air quality and the Environmental Protection Agency through reading the book Why Is Coco Orange?
Inquire: Using a KWL chart, students brainstorm what they know about air quality and what they want to learn.
Investigate: Students read Why Is Coco Orange?, a story about a chameleon and how his skin changes color depending on the air quality.
Inspire: Students complete a journal entry based on the lesson.
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