Social Studies Lesson: Ola i Ka Wai & Water Scarcity
Created by Teacher(s): David Garnick|Published on: January 25, 2025
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Social Studies, English Language Arts
Duration: 50 minutes
Created by: SubjectToClimate teachers
Region: Hawai'i
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Synopsis
Students examine the importance of water in Hawai‘i and identify causes of water scarcity. With Hawai‘i used as an example, students around the world make connections between water scarcity and climate change.
Inquire: Students reflect on a Hawaiian proverb and brainstorm the importance and uses of freshwater.
Investigate: Students learn about the water scarcity crisis in Hawai'i and the relationship between climate change and water scarcity.
Inspire: Students reflect on what they learned in the lesson to complete an Exit Ticket.
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