Staying Cool at Recess: Social Studies Lesson

Created by Teacher(s): Susan Poage, Sustainable Jersey for Schools|Published on: July 16, 2024

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In this lesson, students learn that even though the Earth is getting hotter, there are ways they can stay cool on the playground.

Inquire: Students discuss why it's important for children to go outside for recess and what they do if they are hot on the playground.

Investigate: Students collect and sort pictures after going on a hot and cool scavenger hunt in their school’s playground.

Inspire: Students create a map to show places to stay cool on the playground if they are too hot.

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Subjects: Social Studies

Duration: 50 minutes

Region: Global

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Susan Poage

Sustainable Jersey for Schools

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Staying Cool at Recess: Social Studies Lesson

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Susan Poage

Sustainable Jersey for Schools

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