To learn the impact plastic has on the environment and ecosystems and to begin to build engagement, interest and curiosity.
Concepts at a Glance
Curriculum Connections
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Science
First People’s knowledge of changes in biodiversity over time
Evidence of climate change over geological time and the recent impacts of humans
Change in climate affects: the interconnectedness of plants and animals and their environment.
e.g., changes to harvesting dates, changes to schedules due to early/later ripening and runs, lowered water levels in creeks, rivers and lakes, change in humidity impacts the ability to preserve salmon, etc.
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Science
The relationship of micro-organisms with living things.
Microorganisms are key to nutrient recycling in eco-systems as they act as.
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Science
Matter cycles within biotic and abiotic components of ecosystems.
Human impacts on sources and sinks (e.g., climate change, deforestation, agriculture, etc.)
Bioaccumulation and biomagnification.
Sustainability of systems
A systems approach to sustainability sees all matter and energy as interconnected and existing in dynamic equilibrium.
Materials
A variety of plastic items with various resin codes (it is particularly impactful if they are recognisable items from day-to-day life. Examples:
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