A greener neighbourhood

A greener neighbourhood

Lesson 7 of 13 in this unit

  • Primary
  • Year 5 - 6
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Lesson summary

Students learn the definition of green space through exploring a map of their neighbourhood or area. Students will determine whether the area that they live in has enough green space and will design a new town that is greener.

Learning intentions:

Students will...

  • use satellite images to estimate the percentage or ratio of green space in their local area. They make judgments about what is adequate green space.

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  • Access to Google Earth
  • Maths equipment e.g., rulers

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