This curriculum is specifically tailored for second-grade—educating students about microplastics.
Subject area
+ Science: Observe how heat alters different types of plastic.
+ Art: Use heat to manipulate plastic materials and create sculptures.
+ Literacy: Communicate facts about microplastics and plastic pollution.
Estimated duration
Three 45-minute periods of science, art, and literacy activities.
Lesson plan
Slide deck
This slide deck is an additional asset to complement the lesson plan’s teachings. The presentation is intended to increase student engagement and enhance the overall teachings of the curriculum.