Earth Hour - A Play About the Weather

Australian Curriculum content descriptions:

Year 1 Science:

• Observable changes occur in the sky and landscape (ACSSU019)
• Represent and communicate observations and ideas in a variety of ways such as oral and written language, drawing and role play (ACSIS029)

Year 2 Science:

• Science involves asking questions about, and describing changes in, objects and events (ACSHE034)
• Represent and communicate observations and ideas in a variety of ways such as oral and written language, drawing and role play (ACSIS042)

Year F-2 The Arts – Drama:

• Explore role and dramatic action in dramatic play, improvisation and process drama (ACADRM027)
• Present drama that communicates ideas, including stories from their community, to an audience (ACADRM029)

Syllabus Outcomes: ST1-4WS, ST1-8ES, DRAS1.1, DRAS1.2, DRAS1.3.

Time required: 48 mins +

Level of teacher scaffolding: High – facilitate discussion, oversee creation and performance of play.

General capabilities: Critical and creative thinking, Personal and social capability.

Cross-curriculum priority: Sustainability OI.1.

• Students worksheet
• costumes for play (optional)

This lesson 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.