Teacher Created Materials - Science Readers: Content and Literacy: Global Warming - Grade 5 - Guided Reading Level T
Science Readers: Content and Literacy Series
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Understand the causes and effects of global warming to reduce our carbon footprint and impact on the planet. Fifth grade readers will learn about the carbon cycle, the greenhouse effect, renewable energy, and more with this NGSS-aligned science book. This nonfiction science reader helps fifth grade students gain science content knowledge while building their reading comprehension and literacy skills. The book features hands-on science experiments, full-color images, and covers topics such as the carbon cycle, deforestation, renewable energy sources, and more. It supports STEM education and aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards, with text features like a glossary and index to improve close reading skills.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
8-13
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What are some ways that humans contribute to global warming, and what steps can we take to reduce our impact?
Why do you think it's important for people to learn about global warming from a young age?
How do you feel about the changes happening in our environment due to global warming, and what emotions does this topic bring up for you?
Can you think of any innovative solutions to combat global warming? How might they work in real-world scenarios?
How do you think global warming will impact future generations, and what responsibility do we have to address it now?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about global warming without any judgment. Validate their emotions and provide comfort.
Link the discussion to concrete actions your family can take, such as recycling, using energy-efficient appliances, or planting trees. This helps the child understand the practical implications of the knowledge gained from the book.
Use examples from the book to talk about the science behind global warming. Simplify complex ideas into age-appropriate explanations to foster understanding.
Discuss the roles of different people and organizations in combating global warming to help your child understand the collective effort needed to address the issue.
Create a project-based activity like crafting a poster or a family presentation about minimizing carbon footprints, providing a creative outlet for your child to apply what they've learned.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the impact of global warming
Explanation: The book explains the scientific concepts behind global warming and its effects on the planet.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of conserving energy and resources to protect the environment.
Example Lesson: Responsibility towards environmental conservation
Explanation: Through various examples, the book demonstrates how individual actions contribute to larger environmental impacts.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to adopt eco-friendly habits like recycling and conserving water.
Example Lesson: Critical thinking about scientific information
Explanation: The book presents data and encourages analysis about global warming, prompting readers to think critically about sources of information.
Real-World Application: Children learn to question and understand scientific claims, fostering a habit of informed skepticism and continuous learning.
Example Lesson: The role of technology in solving environmental issues
Explanation: It discusses technological innovations that help in reducing carbon footprints.
Real-World Application: Kids get inspired to explore and support technological advancements that aim to protect the earth.
Example Lesson: Empathy towards affected communities
Explanation: The book highlights how different communities worldwide are affected by climate change.
Real-World Application: It teaches children to be empathetic towards others who are facing problems due to environmental changes and think globally.