Deforestation - What Is It and How Does It Affect Our Eco-Systems?
Is your learner interested in learning about our awesome planet? This lesson focuses on deforestation and what it is and why it happens.
Mrs. Kaye B.A. (Hons) P.G.C.E.
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What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursHomework
There will be activities in the classroom.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 4
This lesson aims to raise awareness about what deforestation is in the context of balanced debate and discussion while learning where it happens, why, and how. Deforestation is a term used when humans burn or cut down large areas of trees to make space for pasture, agricultural land, city expansion or fuel. There are two main types of deforestation that we will look at: Burning down of trees Cutting down of trees (including logging). We will discuss why there isn't a simple answer to this issue and explore what the impact on our climate may be. This lesson will explore in more detail: What is deforestation? Different types of forests. Wildfires and their effect on forests. Reasons behind deforestation. Sustainability and animals in the environment, plants are essential to life. Fractured habitats.
Learning Goals
To be to understand what deforestation is.
To be able to explore reasons for deforestation.
To be able to discuss countries where deforestation has a huge local impact.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There will be times that I will send links to useful videos. In order to access some of the resources you will need to have access to Youtube. You will not need to have a Youtube account and the links will be sent through the. Outschool platform. Children will need to be supervised when watching Youtube videos,
YouTube’s Terms of Service
You must be at least 13 years old to use the Service; however, children of all ages may use the Service and YouTube Kids (where available) if enabled by a parent or legal guardian.
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External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
https://www.forestryengland.uk/search?keywords=deforestation
Joined November, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in History from St Mary's University College part of the University Of Surrey
I am an experienced classroom primary / elementary school teacher and head of year. I have taught in London, North Africa and the Middle East and am now based in the U.S. With many years of experience and enjoy helping children progress in their academic journey. I pride myself on ensuring that the materials are educational and engaging and that children leave the lesson knowing more than they started. Progressing and moving forward with confidence. I have also completed many training courses to help children become better writers, readers, speakers and mathematicians. I am looking forward to you joining me!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
1-8 learners per class
