Climate change in China
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain why some people and countries contribute more to climate change than others and describe some ways in which China is taking action to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions.
Key learning points
- A carbon footprint is a measure of the amount of greenhouse gases something releases into the atmosphere.
- Some people and countries contribute more to climate change than others.
- Tackling climate change needs a huge reduction in the world’s greenhouse gas emissions.
- China is taking action in different ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Keywords
Climate change - a large-scale and long-term change in the planet’s climate, including weather patterns and average temperatures
Greenhouse gases - gases in Earth’s atmosphere that trap heat
Renewable energy - sources of energy that can be reused and will not be used up or run out
Hydropower - energy that comes from moving water such as fast-flowing rivers, waterfalls and waves at sea
Common misconception
Everyone in China and around the world is equally responsible for climate change.
Although everyone has a carbon footprint, some people and places contribute more to climate change than others.
Teacher tip
Create a positive climate news board with examples of ways in which people are taking climate action.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is climate change?
Q2.What is the main cause of recent climate change?
Q3.What is the current population of China?
Q4.What is the capital city of China?
Q5.What is the largest desert in China?
Q6.What mountain range is located on China’s southwestern border?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is one major impact of climate change in China?
Q2.A carbon is a measure of the amount of greenhouse gases something releases into the atmosphere.
Q3.Some people and countries contribute __________ to climate change than others.
Q4.What is China doing to reduce its carbon emissions?
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