Carbon Footprints: Our Impact on Earth
Understanding how our actions affect the environment Year 5 Environmental Science
What is a Carbon Footprint?
The amount of carbon dioxide we create through our activities Measured by what we do every day Like invisible footprints we leave behind Everyone has one - even kids!
Activities That Create Carbon Footprints
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Carbon Footprint Detective
Look around the classroom Spot 3 things that might create carbon footprints Think about: electricity, transportation, materials Share your discoveries with a partner
How Can We Reduce Our Carbon Footprints?
Think about the activities we discussed earlier What changes could a family make? What can kids do to help?
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