Science In-Class Project

Before the break, we discussed some ways humans affect the environment around us.  This week, we are going to be learning ways we can protect Earth's natural resources and its environment.  As you research this week, remember to fill in the PROS, CONS, and SOLUTIONS for each situation on your graphic organizer.  You may use the following sites below to research.

Click HERE for rubric! Follow it carefully! :)

1.  Deforestation of Forests

• Read information on deforestation
• 5 Ways to Stop Deforestation
• Deforestation for Kids: Information and Facts

2.  Air Pollution (from factories and automobiles)

• Watch Brainpop video on Air Pollution
• Read the "In Practice" link on the Brainpop - Air Pollution
• Read "Cool Facts about Air Pollution"
• Causes of Air Pollution
• Effects of Air Pollution
• Prevension/Solutions of Air Pollution

3.  Overused Landfills

• Watch Brainpop on Waste Management
• Watch Brainpop on Recycling
• Landfill Waste Facts
• Landfill Power Point

4.  Soil Erosion

• Watch Brainpop on Erosion
• Read 10 Ways to Conserve Soil

5.  Water Quality

• Watch Brainpop on Water Pollution
• Read the "In Practice" link on the Brainpop - Water Pollution
• Read "What is Water Pollution"
• Read "Types of Water Pollution"
• Read "Effects of Water Pollution"
• Read "Prevention/Solution"

6.  Limited Fossil Fuels

• Watch Brainpop on Fossil Fuels
• Watch Brainpop on Conserving Energy
• Go Here to learn how to save energy