• This crossword is an engaging and fun way for students to practice utilizing their science vocabulary while learning about how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• The crossword includes clues about several topics that impact a school's "greenness" or environmental sustainability.
  

Positives

• The word clues on this crossword will get students to activate their domain-specific vocabulary.
• Each clue is accompanied by an image and fill-in-the-blank sentence, which will help students complete the puzzle. 

Additional Prerequisites

• Students should be familiar with crosswords and domain-specific science vocabulary.
• You can turn the sound effects off by clicking the speaker icon at the top-left.
  

Differentiation

• This resource would work well in science classes discussing how schools can "go green" or in language arts classes focusing on vocabulary acquisition.
• Try using this crossword puzzle as a comprehension or vocabulary check-in after learning about green energy and school gardens. Some resources that would fit into this category include Green Spaces Lesson Plan, International School Grounds Activity Month, and Resources for Building a School Garden.
• As an extension activity, challenge students to create their own crossword puzzles about going green!

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