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Posts from the ‘Activities’ Category

A Systems Activity about Our Universe

How and why this visual framework might benefit advanced 6th graders and above

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Culture, Justice, and Environment

Helping students explore the roots of environmental problems

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From Seeds to Schools in Japan

Finding inspiration in the reference of nature found in Japanese education

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Hydroponics for Education

Boosting air quality and student engagement by growing indoor plants

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Using Philosophy to Think Green

A rationale, practical suggestions and activities for enriching learning with young learners.

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Engaging Bodies, Minds, and Cultural Identities

An 8-week summer program on water conservation and sustainability for low-income students

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A Better World through Fair Trade

How you can get your students to eat healthy fruit and chocolate while changing the world

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Green Teacher 114, Fall 2017

Our Fall issue includes ten great articles and more than 20 reviews of new wonderful educational resources. Among the highlights, the cover story describes a success story about teaching city and suburban students about nature, and how easy it is to make friends and partnerships while learning. Check out this and other innovative learning strategies in the Fall issue.

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STEM to STEAM and Citizen Science

If elementary school kids are to become engaged with environmental protection, make it personal

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Fostering Connections to Freshwater Ecosystems

Activities that can inspire students in grades 3-12 to become environmental stewards and passionate problem solvers

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