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Weather Watchers

Weather Watchers

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EXPLORER
Skill Level: One

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Mountains

Activity:

Measuring Temperature, Wind and Rain

 

Objective:  Collect  consistent and accurate data collection with self created data tools
Science Skills:  data collection, confirming data against multiple sources
Life Skills:  critical thinking

ENGAGER
Skill Level: Two

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Photo by Melissa Ludtke, Sprouts of Hope, Roots & Shoots

Activity:

Exploring Climate Change and Public Perceptions

 

Objectives: Explain the concept of ‘sources’ and ‘sinks’ as they relate to CO2, use an indicator solution (BTB) to reveal the presence of CO2 and understand the differences between animal and fossil fuel sources of global CO2.
Science Skills: Collecting Data, Measuring, Summarizing
Life Skills: Critical thinking, wise use of resources

CITIZEN-SCIENTIST
Skill Level: Three

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Photo by Melissa Ludtke, Sprouts of Hope, Roots & Shoots

Activity:

Presenting the Facts & Taking Action

 

Objective: Research and communicate current data and information on climate change evidence.
Science Skills: Collecting and Interpreting Data
Life Skills:  Cooperation, Communication, Responsible Citizenship