How Does Pollution Impact Our Environment?
During this one to two week unit, students explore the effects of pollution on our environment and conduct research using a variety of print and electronic sources. In addition to learning about pollution, students address English Language Arts standards by taking notes on print and digital sources, collaborating with peers, and writing an essay about recyclable and non-recyclable items. At the end of the unit, students share their knowledge through a presentation in the format of their choice, such as a PowerPoint, video, diorama, poster or play.
How Does Pollution Impact Our Environment?
During this one to two week unit, students explore the effects of pollution on our environment and conduct research using a variety of print and electronic sources. In addition to learning about pollution, students address English Language Arts standards by taking notes on print and digital sources, collaborating with peers, and writing an essay about recyclable and non-recyclable items. At the end of the unit, students share their knowledge through a presentation in the format of their choice, such as a PowerPoint, video, diorama, poster or play.
English Arts
Determine the meaning of general academic and domain-specific words and phrases in a text relevant to a grade 3 topic or subject area.
Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.
Conduct short research projects that build knowledge about a topic.
Recall information from experience or gather information from print and digital sources; take brief notes on sources and sort evidence into provided categories.
Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 3 topics and texts, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.
Report on a topic or text, tell a story, or recount an experience with appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details, speaking clearly at an understandable pace.
Science
Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about the effects of pollution (air, land, and water) and humans on the environment.
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About the Teacher
Sarah Lucas
Georgetown K-8 School
Sarah Lucas is currently a 3rd grade teacher at Georgetown K-8 School in Savannah, Georgia. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from Armstrong Atlantic State University and a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Armstrong Atlantic State University. She has served as a grade level chair for prekindergarten and 3rd grade, and currently serves as a mentor teacher for students from Armstrong State University. Her best piece of teaching advice is to gain your students’ respect, set your expectations high and make everything fun!
