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They Write the Songs
  • Resource: 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.
  • Topic: Energy Conservation
  • Grade: 6-8, 9-12
  • Cost: no
  • Time: 1 Week
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  • Keywords: environmental health, pollution, environment, energy sources, fuel, renewable, fossil fuels, contamination, biohazards, hazardous waste, ozone, water, air, health issues, current issues

Added on 7/6/2009

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