• This class activity will help students imagine a hopeful future for themselves and our world. 
• The teacher's guide provides samples of themes that will guide the writing, which focus on climate change and environmental issues. 

Positives

• This lesson helps students process emotions about climate change and remain hopeful about the future.

Additional Prerequisites

• The teacher will need to make printed copies of the activity sheet for the students.

Differentiation

• The completed student handouts could be displayed around the classroom or throughout the school.
• This activity could be used at the end of a climate change unit to help students reflect on their thoughts and feelings in an optimistic way.
• Other lessons that help students process feelings about climate change include Solve Climate Change While Acting and "Kids Can Change the World".

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