Cari Gallagher is an elementary teacher in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Cari is also the district sustainable leader, promoting sustainable initiatives and practices in conjunction with the community and township. Cari is an adjunct at The College of New Jersey, working with student teachers in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. She is currently working on her Ph.D., researching interdisciplinary climate change standards in K-5 classrooms. When Cari is not in the classroom, she enjoys being outside, taking in the fresh air, and sitting on the beachfront!
Students learn about Jane Goodall, research other environmental leaders, and identify ways to make a difference.
Inquire: Students identify characteristics of biographies and preview a biography about Jane Goodall.
Investigate: Students read a biography about Jane Goodall, watch a video, and discuss Dr. Jane’s views about the environment, climate change, and hope.
Inspire: Students research other environmental leaders, share their findings, and choose an activity to show ways to make a difference.