Nature in Cities: Design Thinking Lesson

Created by Teacher(s): Lisa Greenwood|Published on: October 3, 2023

Grades: K, 1, 2

Type: Lesson Plan

Subjects: Engineering

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes

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Region: Global

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Posted on Oct 03, 2023

Synopsis

In this lesson, students learn about the benefits of having nature in cities and design a nature city of their own.

Step 1 - Inquire: Students listen and respond to the picture book The Extraordinary Gardener by Sam Boughton.

Step 2 - Investigate: Students investigate the problem of heat islands in cities and learn about the benefits of having nature in cities.

Step 3 - Inspire: Students design their own nature cities to prevent heat islands and share their ideas about including nature in their own classroom and school.

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Lisa Greenwood

K-2 Teacher

Lisa Greenwood holds a Master's Degree in Childhood Education from CUNY Hunter College. She has nine years of experience teaching all subjects, including STEM, for grades K–5. Lisa holds New York State Professional Certificates in Childhood Education and Special Education.

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