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Plastic Pollution Art – Research & Analysis (Part 1)
Describe and analyse artists’ work, understand how plastic pollution influences their work and how visual art can express feeling, present ideas and solve problems. Develop personal responses to the artwork, present views on the pieces and the techniques used,...
Plastic Pollution Art – Copy & Respond (Part 2)
Develop ideas and explore alternative ways of expression through experimenting with different art media and applying knowledge gained from artist studies. Select appropriate media, materials and techniques to communicate ideas, knowledge and feelings about...
What is Plastic
To recognise the characteristics and uses of plastic. To recognise how natural substances can change form by chemical processes. To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of plastic as a material. Included in the What is Plastic Zip File: Lesson Plan...
How does Rubbish get to the Sea
To consider how rubbish can impact the environment and wildlife. To be aware of how rubbish enters the marine environment and how this can be avoided. Included in the How does Rubbish get in the Sea Zip File: Lesson Plan Worksheet File Size is 1MB
Materials and Recycling
To identify common materials, their characteristics and uses. To group items by material. To learn about and promote environmentally friendly practices in daily life. Included in the Materials and Recycling Zip File: Lesson Plan Posters File Size is 1.5MB
The 4 Rs
To learn and understand the 4 Rs (refuse, reduce, reuse, recycle). To discuss ways of using the 4 Rs in everyday life to develop a sustainable lifestyle. Included in The 4 Rs Zip File: Lesson Plan Worksheet Flashcards File Size is 2MB
Marine Habitats
To learn what a habitat is. To realise there are different habitats within the marine environment. Included in the Marine Habitats Zip File: Lesson Plan Flashcards Posters File Size is 4.3MB
Single Use vs Multi Use Plastic
To discuss single-use and multi-use plastic items, their characteristics and uses. To design a poster explaining the advantages of multi-use plastics Included in the Single Use vs Multi Use Plastic Zip File: Lesson Plan Activity Sheets x 2 File Size is 2MB
Wildlife Impacts
To be aware of the interaction between living things and their environment. To conduct simple scientific investigations. To recognise the impacts of plastic on the environment and to develop a lifestyle that promotes sustainable development. Included in the...
Problematic Plastics
To be aware of the main items found polluting the environment. To understand what drives the production and consumption of single use plastic. To be aware of the time it takes common plastic items to break down. Included in the Problematic Plastics Zip File:...
Plastic in the Sea
To recognise the needs of living things. To be aware of the interaction between living things and the environment. To understand direct and simple causal relationship. Included in the Plastic in the Sea Zip File: Lesson Plan File Size is 1MB
Using Less Plastic
To show love and care for living things and the environment. To work individually or collaboratively with peers to identify problems and design feasible solutions. Included in the Using Less Plastic Zip File: Lesson Plan Craft Template Pledge File Size is...
Animal Homes
To learn animal names. To identify which items belong in the sea and develop attitudes of protecting the environment. Included in the Animal Homes Zip File: Lesson Plan Flash Cards Worksheet File Size is 2MB
Sink and Float
To understand the natural phenomena of sinking and floating. To make predictions and comparisons. To classify objects and learn about different materials. Included in the Sink and Float Zip File: Lesson Plan Worksheet File Size is 70KB
Food Packaging
To think about the common food packaging used and the problems it can cause. To discuss alternative packaging and its advantages. To design and present their own plastic-free food packaging. Included in the Food Packaging Zip File: Lesson Plan Flash Cards Worksheet...
The State of our Seas
To understand what ocean currents are and what causes them. To be aware of the impact of human activities on the marine environment. To understand people’s responsibility of environmental conservation. Included in the State of our Seas Zip File: Lesson Plan PPT ...
Where is ‘Away’?
To be aware of the impact of human activities on the marine environment To understand the various routes waste can take once it’s been thrown ‘away’ To understand basic scientific data, facts and figures Included in the Where is Away Zip File: Lesson Plan PPT...