Researching the threats to the polar regions
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe some of the threats to the polar regions, what is being done to address them and what more could be done.
Key learning points
- Because an essay is a non-fiction piece of writing, it must be based on facts.
- Facts are obtained through research, using reliable sources.
- Research can be collated using bullet points under different headings.
- We can break an essay question down into smaller questions in order to structure our essay.
- These smaller questions create the flow of a logical argument that leads towards a conclusion.
Keywords
Logical argument - an argument that follows a series of steps that lead clearly towards a conclusion
Research - find out more about a topic or idea, using reliable sources
Evidence - information or facts to show something is true
Climate change - a long-term change to global temperatures and weather
Common misconception
Pupils may feel anxious that they are not themselves doing enough to tackle climate change.
Reassure pupils that their efforts are important, but that it is adults' responsibility to resolve the problem; take some time to discuss children's worries about this if needed.
Teacher tip
You may want to show videos, maps and graphics that illustrate the problems caused by ice melting in the Arctic and the extent of the problem.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of the following should we do before we write an essay?
Q2.What type of evidence is used here? 'Scientists say that the polar regions are vital to reducing the impacts of climate change.'
Q3.Which of the following are parts of the logical argument suggested by the following essay title? 'What makes the polar regions unique and why should we do more to protect them?'.
Q4.Which of the smaller questions raised by the essay title 'What makes the polar regions important and why should we do more to protect them?' will we address first?
Q5.Which of these statements are true?
Q6.Why are the polar regions helpful for reducing the effects of climate change?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of the following are conclusions that we want our reader to draw after having read our essay about 'What makes the polar regions important and why should we do more to protect them?'?
Q2.Which of the statements below explain why the polar regions are important?
Q3.Which of the following are effects that climate change has on the polar regions?
Q4.What is the problem with sea ice melting?
Q5.Which of these actions have already been taken to help protect the polar regions?
Q6.Who is responsible for reducing the impacts of climate change?
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