Global Warming: Our Planet's Challenge

Understanding climate change and human impact Year 8 Geography 80-minute lesson

Ice Cube Experiment

What happens to ice in a warm room? How is this like glaciers melting? What do you think causes our planet to warm up?

What is Global Warming?

The Earth's average temperature is rising This happens when heat gets trapped in our atmosphere Like a blanket around the Earth It's happening faster now than ever before

Causes of Global Warming

Effects Around the World

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Card Sorting Challenge

Sort cards into three groups: CAUSES - What makes global warming happen? EFFECTS - What happens because of global warming? SOLUTIONS - What can we do to help?

How Does This Affect the UK?

Think about your local area... Have you noticed hotter summers? What about flooding or storms? How might this change where and how we live?

What Can We Do?

Use less energy - turn off lights and devices Walk, cycle, or use public transport Recycle and reduce waste Plant trees and protect nature Learn more and tell others Support renewable energy