Discussion Topics for Upper Elementary School Students

Discussion Topics for Upper Elementary School Students April Themes: Earth Day Earth Day is intended to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s natural environment. Earth Day was founded by United States Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in first held on April 22, 19701. For over 40 years, Earth Day has inspired and mobilized individuals and organizations worldwide to demonstrate their commitment to environmental protection and sustainability. Here are some questions to inspire thoughtful conversations on the topic of Earth Day. 1.  Title: Choose one of the activities below and explain how it might hurt the environment. Description: •  Cutting down trees •  Throwing recyclables in the trash •  Driving a car instead of walking or riding a bike •  Dumping garbage into a stream, lake or ocean •  Your choice Type: Multiple-Choice 2. Title: Do you worry about the environment? Description: Why or why not? If so, where do you learn about the environment? What do you think the biggest problems facing the environment are? Type: Yes/No

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Discussion Topics for Upper Elementary School Students 3. Title: What can you do to make the environment better or healthier? Description: Share your best tip with the class. Think about what you do at home or at school to help the environment. Read your peers’ responses and vote for your favorite student tip. Type: Vote or Suggest

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