Climate change in India
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe some impacts of climate change in India and give examples of ways in which the country is taking climate action.
Key learning points
- Some people and places are more impacted by climate change than others.
- Droughts, flooding and heatwaves in India are becoming more frequent and severe because of climate change.
- People around the world are taking action against climate change but a lot more action is needed.
- India is taking action in different ways to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to climate change impacts.
Keywords
Climate change - large-scale and long-term change in the planet’s climate, including weather patterns and average temperatures
Monsoon - a seasonal change in wind direction that brings a very rainy season or a very dry season
Small-scale farming - growing crops and raising livestock on a small area of land
Greenhouse gas - gases in Earth’s atmosphere that trap heat
Renewable energy - sources of energy that can be re-used and will not be used up or run out
Common misconception
Everyone is impacted by climate change equally.
Although everyone is affected by climate change, some people and places are impacted more 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
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the name of the mountain range that forms India's northern border?
Q2.What is the longest river in India?
Q3.What type of climate does most of India experience?
Q4.What is the main cause of climate change?
Q5.Which gas is the biggest contributor to global warming?
Q6.How can people help reduce climate change?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is climate change?
Q2.How is climate change impacting India?
Q3.What is a major cause of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in India?
Q4.How is climate change affecting India’s coastal cities?
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