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Climate Migrants

Elementary

Description

Imagine a family who loses their home and all of their belongings to a catastrophic flood and has to make a long, arduous trek to an unfamiliar place crowded with other displaced people.  The global reality is that human movement away from homelands is occurring more frequently in response to climate change impacts that create dangerous living conditions.  This animated video teaches students about climate migration with a solutions-based approach that demonstrates how architects are building climate resiliency with innovations such as sturdier homes, safer temporary housing and inclusive new neigbourhoods.  Young viewers will understand that in addition to resolving the causes of climate change, the world must also develop climate adaptation strategies to ensure that all children have healthy homes, schools and places to play.

General Assessment

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This film supports Grade K-4 Social Studies and Science learning focused on climate change impacts on basic human needs such as food, water and shelter.  Students learn how air pollution contributes to warming global temperatures, while becoming aware of the disproportionate relationship between wealthier countries who release the most emissions and poorer regions of the world where issues such as drought cause the most harm.  The film also develops empathy and understanding for displaced people who have been forced to leave the familiarity and security of their communities.

For a more extended learning experience, the video has a complementary lesson and resources like colouring pages located here.  The lesson engages pupils in designing and creating models of their imaginary ideas for safe and sustainable playgrounds while considering how they can benefit the planet with actions such as repurposing discarded materials.

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Themes Addressed

Air, Atmosphere & Climate (1)

  • Climate Change

Human Health & Environment (2)

  • Human Population Dynamics
  • Quality of Life

Human Rights (1)

  • Refugees and Immigration

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