Carbon Futures

Description :

Investigate carbon in the environment and how it relates to climate change.

Students will learn about the carbon cycle and the impacts of a changing climate on species survival. Through real-life examples, students will examine how organisations are responding to climate change and be challenged to consider what they can do themselves at home and school.

Students will

  • Discuss climate change mitigation and how they can reduce their carbon footprint

  • Measure a tree to calculate its carbon content

  • Cultivate their own plant to take home

Key focuses

  • Nature of carbon (the carbon cycle)

  • Role of trees and soil in the natural carbon cycle

  • How to respond to climate change

Curriculum Links

  • Level 5-6 Science

  • Level 5-6 Economics and Business

Time Action
Morning (10:15 to 11:45)
Afternoon (12:45 to 14:15)
  

Location

Melbourne Gardens
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Recommended year level

Year 5 to Year 6

Price

$16.50 Per Student

Notes

Minimum charge is 18 students per class. Maximum class size is 30 students.