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GreenHeart Education Curriculum Model Resource Type: Curriculum Description: The GreenHeart Education curriculum model maps out a research-based, developmentally appropriate "green" focus for different grade levels, so that educators aren't overwhelmed thinking they have to do it all at once. Foundation - compassion, respect, sustainability Overarching Theme - global warming / climate change Backdrop of Curriculum Model - ecosystem and environmental health Primary - Nature Bonding Grades 4-5 - Ecological Principles Middle Years - Environmental Solutions Senior Years - Sustainable Development Cost: No Time: Ongoing Location:	Rate this Resource: Average: 4 (1 vote) Topic: Sustainability Grade: Elementary (K-5) Middle (6-8) High (9-12)
National Geographics Environment Page Resource Type: Information/Statistics Online Tool Description: There's always 5 great articles referenced at the top of this page... these would be good conversation starters or reading assignments. They also have a lot of information about Global Warming, Natural Disasters and Habitats which are part of a long list of environmental topics covered. Start out with this overview of global warming: http://environment.nationalgeographic.com/ environment/global-warming/gw-overview.html Cost: No Location:	Rate this Resource: No votes yet Topic: Air/Climate Energy Conservation Habitat/Ecosystems Water Wildlife Grade: Elementary (K-5) Middle (6-8) High (9-12)
Cool the Earth Resource Type: Curriculum Service Learning Projects Description: Cool the Earth is a K-8 school-to-home climate change program that educates students about global warming and inspires them, and their families, to take action. Through it's main elements of: an educational, friendly assembly featuring an original play presented by teachers and students; energy-saving coupons that inspire kids and their families to take action; ongoing monthly spotlights highlighting an energy-saving action; and an on-campus banner tracking the actions taken and energy saved, the program raises awareness about climate change throughout the school community and is successful in teaching kids and their families responsible, energy-saving behavior. Cost: Yes Location:	Rate this Resource: Average: 4 (2 votes) Topic: Air/Climate Energy Conservation Sustainability Waste/Recycling Water Grade: Elementary (K-5) Middle (6-8)
They Write the Songs Resource Type: Lesson Plans Description: This lesson plan utilizes the “writing-to-learn” instructional strategy in which students explore and acquire deep understanding of informational texts through creative writing and reflection. Students will participate in a collaborative group effort to research the environment’s impact on human health. Then they will write new lyrics to one of their favorite songs to create a new song designed to persuade listeners to help solve the problem. Cost: No Time: 1 Week Location:	Rate this Resource: No votes yet Topic: Energy Conservation Grade: Middle (6-8) High (9-12)
Kids-In-Nature Resource Type: Curriculum Field Trip Information/Statistics Description: We provide natural science education to K-8 classrooms in Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties. We offer classroom-based programs and field trips to local nature preserves. All programs are linked to state standards. Cost: Yes Time: 1-3 Classes Location: California	Rate this Resource: Average: 4 (1 vote) Topic: Energy Conservation Habitat/Ecosystems Sustainability Water Wildlife Grade: Elementary (K-5) Middle (6-8)