Earth Hour - Do You Know What Your Ecological Footprint Is?

Australian Curriculum content descriptions: 

Year 5 Geography:

• The influence of people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, on the environmental characteristics of Australian places (ACHASSK112)
• The environmental and human influences on the location and characteristics of a place and the management of spaces within them (ACHASSK113)

Year 5 Science:

• Science involves testing predictions by gathering data and using evidence to develop explanations of events and phenomena (ACSHE081)
• Scientific knowledge is used to inform personal and community decisions (ACSHE083)
• Identify, plan and apply the elements of scientific investigations to answer questions and solve problems using equipment and materials safely and identifying potential risks (ACSIS086)

Year 6 Science:

• Science involves testing predictions by gathering data and using evidence to develop explanations of events and phenomena (ACSHE098)
• Scientific knowledge is used to inform personal and community decisions (ACSHE100)
• Use equipment and materials safely, identifying potential risks (ACSIS105)

Syllabus Outcomes: GE3-2, GE3-3, ST3-4WS, ST3-6PW. 

Time needed: 60 – 120 mins

• Magazines and newspapers
• Student Worksheet

This activity has been created in partnership with WWF-Australia. Earth Hour is the world’s largest community-driven climate change campaign. At the centre of Earth Hour is switching off lights to show a commitment to taking action. Thousands of teachers use Earth Hour’s education program to enrich their curriculum and provide pathways for young people to create change in their world.

For the most up to date Earth Hour dates, times, and events, check here.