Activity Overview
Besides learning facts about polar bears, another take-away from the book is that the arctic ice is shrinking because the earth has gotten warmer. This could harm the polar bears and possibly make the species extinct. To make children aware of the severity of this, they could research ways to save the Arctic or why the Arctic needs saving. Then the students could make a poster or public service announcement about saving the Arctic on Storyboard That. Alternatively, have students create different PSA's related to global warming and use these PSA ideas as a reference.
Example Save the Arctic Poster
"Every summer, some of the ice around the Arctic melts. Every winter, it freezes again. But in the last hundred years, the earth has gotten warmer. A little more ice melts each summer. Each winter, the water is slower to freeze back into ice."
"This polar bear is a fierce, smart hunter. But he cannot survive with no place to hunt. Without ice, polar bears will become extinct: gone forever. If the ice doesn't stop shrinking, he may be the last polar bear."
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
After researching polar bear facts, create a poster or PSA about Polar Bears.
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Using the template, create a poster that includes facts about and images of polar bears.
- Change background color and font to fit your style!
- Save and Exit
Lesson Plan Reference
Activity Overview
Besides learning facts about polar bears, another take-away from the book is that the arctic ice is shrinking because the earth has gotten warmer. This could harm the polar bears and possibly make the species extinct. To make children aware of the severity of this, they could research ways to save the Arctic or why the Arctic needs saving. Then the students could make a poster or public service announcement about saving the Arctic on Storyboard That. Alternatively, have students create different PSA's related to global warming and use these PSA ideas as a reference.
Example Save the Arctic Poster
"Every summer, some of the ice around the Arctic melts. Every winter, it freezes again. But in the last hundred years, the earth has gotten warmer. A little more ice melts each summer. Each winter, the water is slower to freeze back into ice."
"This polar bear is a fierce, smart hunter. But he cannot survive with no place to hunt. Without ice, polar bears will become extinct: gone forever. If the ice doesn't stop shrinking, he may be the last polar bear."
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
After researching polar bear facts, create a poster or PSA about Polar Bears.
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Using the template, create a poster that includes facts about and images of polar bears.
- Change background color and font to fit your style!
- Save and Exit
Lesson Plan Reference
How Tos about Save the Arctic Poster or PSA
Engage students with a classroom Arctic ice melting experiment
Engage students by showing real-life effects of climate change with a simple experiment that models Arctic ice melting. This hands-on activity helps students visualize how warming affects polar bear habitats and makes learning memorable.
Gather simple materials for the experiment
Collect a clear container, water, ice cubes, blue food coloring, and a small toy animal or figure. These easy-to-find items will help you model the Arctic in your classroom and keep students interested in the lesson.
Set up your Arctic model
Fill the container with water to represent the ocean, place ice cubes on one side as the Arctic ice, and add a few drops of blue food coloring to visualize melting. Put the toy animal on the ice to represent a polar bear, sparking discussion about habitat loss.
Observe and discuss what happens as the ice melts
Watch as the ice melts and the 'polar bear' loses its habitat. Guide students to notice changes and ask questions about why the ice is disappearing, connecting it back to global warming and the importance of protecting the Arctic.
Connect findings to real-world actions
Encourage students to brainstorm ways people can help slow down Arctic melting. Link their ideas to the PSA or poster project, so they can use their experiment observations to create more impactful messages.
Frequently Asked Questions about Save the Arctic Poster or PSA
How can I teach students about saving the Arctic with a poster or PSA activity?
Engage students by having them research why the Arctic needs saving and create a poster or public service announcement (PSA) using tools like Storyboard That. Include facts about polar bears, the impact of melting ice, and creative visuals to raise awareness.
What are some easy steps for creating a 'Save the Arctic' poster in class?
Start by researching polar bear facts and the effects of global warming. Then, use a poster template to add images, key facts, and a strong message. Let students personalize background color and font to make their posters engaging.
Why is it important for kids to learn about Arctic ice melting?
Learning about melting Arctic ice helps students understand climate change and its impact on animals like polar bears. It fosters environmental awareness and encourages young people to think about solutions.
What should be included in a student PSA about polar bears and global warming?
A student PSA should highlight the threat to polar bears from melting ice, provide facts about their habitat, and explain how global warming affects them. Encourage students to suggest ways we can help protect the Arctic.
Where can I find templates or ideas for Arctic conservation classroom projects?
You can use platforms like Storyboard That for PSA and poster templates. Educational websites and environmental organizations also offer lesson plans, activity guides, and project ideas for teaching Arctic conservation.
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