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Roots & Shoots - What Should I Buy?
Lesson3 of 8 in this unit
PrimaryYear 3 - 6ScienceHumanities and Social SciencesGeographyBusiness and EconomicsEnvironmentalBiodiversityConservationSocialOutdoor Learning
Lesson Summary
In this lesson, students will explore and discuss what factors should be considered when deciding to make a product purchase. They discuss the production, transportation and disposal of various items and the impact their choices have on people, animals and the environment. They will then work collaboratively to develop a criteria sheet which can be used to determine which products are the most ethical and sustainable to purchase.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- understand how consumer choices impact other people, animals and the environment
- identify factors that make products ethical and sustainable
Success criteria
Students can:
- explain factors to consider when determining whether a product is a sustainable choice
- explain factors to consider when determining whether a product is an ethical choice
- explain the impact of purchasing particular items on other people, animals and the environment
- work within a group to discuss and explore challenging problems
- reflect on their own consumer choices
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