GreenHeart Education Curriculum Model
URL:
http://www.greenhearted.org/greening-the-curriculum.html
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Topic:
Sustainability
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
Grade:
Elementary (K-5)
Middle (6-8)
High (9-12)
Time:
Ongoing
Keywords:
sustainability education, education for sustainable development, green school, greening the curriculum, transformative