Environmental Science and Sustainability
Environmental science projects encourage sustainable thinking through investigations of natural systems and conservation.
Description : With an emphasis on sustainability, this environmental science course challenges students to explore renewable resources and conservation practices. Project‑based learning encourages critical thinking about human impacts on nature.
Category : Science
Age : 10+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Fundamentals of Environmental Science
Section 1: Introduction to Environmental Science
- Lesson 1: What is Environmental Science?
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding the nature of environmental science
- Lesson 2: Importance of Our Environment
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Recognizing why the environment matters
Section 2: Earth's Systems
- Lesson 1: Components of Earth's Spheres
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Overview of the lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere
- Lesson 2: Interactions Among Earth's Systems
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: How the spheres work together
Section 3: Ecosystems and Biodiversity
- Lesson 1: What Are Ecosystems?
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Defining ecosystems and their functions
- Lesson 2: The Importance of Biodiversity
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Exploring biodiversity and its role in stability
Section 4: Human-Environment Interactions
- Lesson 1: How Humans Affect Nature
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basic concepts of human impact
- Lesson 2: Simple Ways to Protect the Environment
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Everyday actions that make a difference
Section 5: Introduction to Sustainability
- Lesson 1: What is Sustainability?
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Defining sustainability in a simple way
- Lesson 2: Sustainability in Daily Life
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Basic principles for sustainable living
Module 2: Water Sustainability and Conservation
Section 1: The Water Cycle
- Lesson 1: Steps of the Water Cycle
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Exploring evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection
- Lesson 2: Importance of the Water Cycle
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: How the water cycle supports life
Section 2: Freshwater Resources
- Lesson 1: Identifying Freshwater Sources
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Overview of rivers, lakes, and groundwater
- Lesson 2: Water Distribution Around the World
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Understanding global water availability
Section 3: Water Quality and Pollution
- Lesson 1: Causes of Water Pollution
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Common pollutants and their sources
- Lesson 2: Protecting Water Quality
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Simple methods to keep water clean
Section 4: Conservation Practices
- Lesson 1: Techniques for Water Conservation
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Basic strategies to reduce water waste
- Lesson 2: Role of Communities in Water Conservation
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: How communities can work together to save water
Section 5: Projects in Water Sustainability
- Lesson 1: Designing a Water Conservation Project
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Planning a simple project to promote water conservation
- Lesson 2: Sharing Water-Saving Ideas
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Presenting and discussing project ideas
Module 3: Renewable Energy and Its Role in Sustainability
Section 1: Introduction to Renewable Energy
- Lesson 1: What is Renewable Energy?
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Defining renewable energy sources
- Lesson 2: Importance of Renewable Energy
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Why renewable energy is vital for sustainability
Section 2: Solar Energy
- Lesson 1: Basics of Solar Energy
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding how sunlight is converted to energy
- Lesson 2: Simple Solar Projects
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Hands-on ideas to learn about solar power
Section 3: Wind Energy
- Lesson 1: How Wind Energy Works
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basics of wind as an energy source
- Lesson 2: Benefits of Wind Energy
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Exploring advantages and simple examples
Section 4: Other Renewable Sources
- Lesson 1: Exploring Hydroelectric and Geothermal Energy
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Introduction to other renewable forms
- Lesson 2: Renewable Energy in Daily Life
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: How these energy sources affect our community
Section 5: Renewable Energy Projects
- Lesson 1: Planning a Renewable Energy Model
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Steps to design a basic project model
- Lesson 2: Group Discussions on Energy Solutions
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Encouraging critical thinking and ideas sharing
Module 4: Conservation and Biodiversity
Section 1: Basics of Conservation
- Lesson 1: Principles of Conservation
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding why conservation matters
- Lesson 2: Conservation at Home and School
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Simple actions to conserve resources daily
Section 2: Forests and Nature Reserves
- Lesson 1: The Role of Forests
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding how forests support life
- Lesson 2: Protecting Natural Habitats
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Basic steps to create and maintain nature reserves
Section 3: Wildlife and Ecosystem Balance
- Lesson 1: Learning About Local Wildlife
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to native species and their habitats
- Lesson 2: How Wildlife Maintains Ecosystem Health
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: The interdependence between species
Section 4: Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling
- Lesson 1: Basic Concepts of Waste Management
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding the 3 Rs
- Lesson 2: Practical Recycling Practices
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: How to implement recycling in daily life
Section 5: Conservation through Projects
- Lesson 1: Creating a Community Garden
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Planning a simple garden project for conservation lessons
- Lesson 2: Field Observations and Record Keeping
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Recording changes in a natural setting as part of a project
Module 5: Human Impact and Sustainable Practices
Section 1: Understanding Human Impact
- Lesson 1: How Daily Activities Affect the Environment
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Exploring the concept of the human footprint
- Lesson 2: Examples of Negative and Positive Impacts
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Real-life examples of environmental change
Section 2: Climate Change Basics
- Lesson 1: What is Climate Change?
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Introduction to climate change concepts
- Lesson 2: Observable Effects in Our Region
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Relating local climate observations to global changes
Section 3: Sustainable Agriculture
- Lesson 1: Principles of Sustainable Farming
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Teaching the basics of eco-friendly agriculture
- Lesson 2: Practical Farming and Gardening Techniques
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Hands-on practices for sustainability in food production
Section 4: Waste Reduction and Management
- Lesson 1: Reducing Personal Waste
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Simple tips for less waste at home and school
- Lesson 2: Community Recycling Initiatives
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Understanding how group efforts improve waste management
Section 5: Sustainable Future and Making a Difference
- Lesson 1: Vision for a Sustainable Future
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Imagining and planning for a sustainable community
- Lesson 2: Student-Led Sustainability Initiatives
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Encouraging projects where students design and implement sustainable practices