Earth Hour - Animals Adapting to Climate Change

Australian Curriculum content descriptions:
Year 5 Science:

• Living things have structural features and adaptations that help them to survive in their environment (ACSSU043)
• With guidance, plan appropriate investigation methods to answer questions or solve problems (ACSIS086)
• Communicate ideas, explanations and processes in a variety of ways, including multi-modal texts (ACSIS093)

Year 6 Science:

• The growth and survival of living things are affected by the physical conditions of their environment (ACSSU094)
• Sudden geological changes or extreme weather conditions can affect Earth’s surface (ACSSU096)
• Communicate ideas, explanations and processes in a variety of ways, including multi-modal texts (ACSIS110)

Syllabus Outcomes: ST3-4WS, ST3-10LW, ST3-11LW, ST3-9ES. 

Time required: 60 mins

Level of teacher scaffolding: Medium – facilitate discussion, oversee activity and presentations

General capabilities: Critical and creative thinking, ICT capability.

Cross-curriculum priority: Sustainability OI.1, OI.2.

• Internet access
• Student worksheet
• Drawing materials, or computer-based image editing or creating programs (e.g. Photoshop)

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.