The Plastic-free Challenge

Synopsis:

The Plastic Plague outlines the history of plastic and its uses today. It also examines some solutions to the problem of plastic waste.

Curriculum link:

Science: Use and influence of science

Key Concepts:

Plastic waste is a big problem. Reducing plastic waste helps to protect the environment, but it can be a difficult task.

Reading Strategies:

Integrating information from the visual images and graphics

Extent:

28

Paired Title:

The Plastic Plague

Supporting Materials:

Lesson Plan - The Plastic Plague / The Plastic-free Challenge