Recycling and Composting

This lesson shows students how important renewable resources are for our society & the world of living things. Trees, fresh water, and clean air support the majority of life on Earth; because of this, we must protect these and other critical natural resources from exploitation and pollution. One approach to this is conservation, the practice of ensuring that our natural resources will always be available to future generations. Class discussion and activities will help broaden students' understanding about some important conservation activities: recycling and composting.

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Direct Link: http://www.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/ess05.sci.ess.earthsys.lp_recycle/recycling-and-composting/

General Information

Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 4

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, LCD Projector, Adobe Flash Player

Instructional Time: 4 Hour(s)

Keywords: resource, renewable, recycle, compost, decompose, environment, earth, conservation, waste

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Virtual Manipulative, Educational Game , Video/Audio/Animation

Instructional Design Framework(s): Learning Cycle (e.g., 5E)

Resource Collection: General Collection

Aligned Standards

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Aligned Access Points

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SC.4.E.6.In.3

Recognize that some natural resources used by humans are non-renewable, such as oil.

SC.4.E.6.Su.3

Recognize that some natural resources can run out (non-renewable).

SC.4.E.6.Pa.3

Recognize the universal symbol for recycling.

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