The Task
Your first task is to choose if you would like to spread awareness through a brochure, a PowerPoint, or if you want to write a letter to a government representative.
You only have to accomplish one of them.
*Refer to the bottom of the page for a short glossary.*
*Templates are offered on the next page.*
Brochure
Imagine you are a member of an ecological organization.
Create a brochure to raise awareness about one of the problems that are affecting our planet. The brochure should contain pictures, information on the topics, causes, effects, and what type of actions can we take.
Invite people to take action and help our planet Earth!
PowerPoint Presentation
Imagine you are presenting an environmental issue to your community. Your job is to choose TWO issues and do research across the Internet to expand your knowledge on your chosen topics. Then, create a PowerPoint presentation with plenty of pictures, causes, effects, and solutions to these problems.
Create awareness in your community!
Letter
Imagine you are going to take action by participating in a letter-writing campaign to promote solutions for an environmental issue. Research your chosen environmental issue, determine the causes, effects, and propose solutions for your issue. Then, write a letter to the mayor or another government representative in order to discuss your issue and promote your solutions!
Your letter can make a difference!
** Once you decide what you would like to do, make sure to fill out the "Initial Survey form" that your teacher will provide you.
Glossary
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brochure: a small book or magazine containing pictures and information about a product, a topic, or a service.
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awareness: public knowledge or understanding of social or political issues.
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environmental: relating to the natural world and the impact of human activity on its condition
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pollution: something introduced into the environment that is dirty, unclean, or has a harmful effect. Toxic waste dumped into the water is an example of pollution
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endangered: seriously at risk of extinction
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campaign: An operation or series of operations energetically pursued to accomplish a purpose: an advertising campaign for a new product; a candidate's political campaign.