Access to clean water: Sources of clean water, water purification methods, role of water treatment plants
Sanitation and hygiene: Importance of proper sanitation, personal hygiene practices, keeping our surroundings clean, handwashing demonstration and practice, diseases that can spread due to poor sanitation and hygiene
Water conservation: Understanding the water cycle, ways to conserve water, practical tips for conserving water
Water and environment: Impact of pollution on water bodies, importance of clean rivers and oceans
Affordable and Clean Energy
Introduction to energy: Understanding what energy is, different forms of energy (e.g., solar, wind, fossil fuels), importance of energy in our daily livesEnergy conservation: The concept of energy conservation, practical tips for saving energy at home and school, energy-efficient appliances and lighting
Access to clean energy: How lack of access to clean energy affects communities, solar power in remote areas
Renewable and non-renewable energy: Understanding of renewable energy sources (e.g., a solar-powered toy car, a wind turbine), biomass as a renewable energy source, how biomass is used for cooking and heating, environmental benefits and challenges
Clean energy and the environment: The impact of clean energy on the environment, reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Fossil fuels and pollution: What are fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas)?, the environmental impact of fossil fuel use, air pollution and its consequences, ways to reduce fossil fuel use
Sustainable Cities and Communities
Sustainable water management: Rainwater harvesting, water reuse and recycling, role of communities in protecting water sources
Sustainable transportation: Introduction to electric and hybrid vehicles, bicycles as a sustainable mode of transportation, reducing carbon emissions through transportation choices, eco-friendly transportation
Sustainable energy sources: Introduction to clean and renewable energy sources, solar energy and how it works, wind energy and its benefits
Responsible Consumption and Production
Responsible consumption: Why responsible consumption is important, connection between consumption and the environment
Reduce, reuse, recycle: The three R's of responsible consumption, how to reduce waste, ways to reuse items, introduction to recycling and its benefits
Food choices and waste: The impact of food choices on the environment, reducing food waste at home and school, composting and its benefits
Responsible energy use include: Turning off your computer screen when you're not using it, putting a lid on your pot or pan etc.
Waste reduction and upcycling projects: Using recycled or upcycled materials
Climate Action
Introduction to climate change: Understanding what climate change is, causes of climate change (e.g., greenhouse gases), impacts of climate change on the planet
The greenhouse effect: Explaining the greenhouse effect, how it affects the earth's temperature
Reducing our carbon footprint: Strategies to reduce personal carbon footprints, discussion on energy conservation, transportation choices, and waste reduction
Climate change impacts: Effects of climate change on ecosystems, wildlife, and communities
Life Below Water
Oceans and their importance: Importance of oceans and water bodies, different marine habitats (e.g., coral reefs, kelp forests, open ocean), marine species and their adaptations to underwater life
Marine food webs: Exploring marine food chains and webs
Threats to underwater life: Overfishing, habitat destruction, pollution, climate change, coastal development, human disturbance etc.
Ocean pollution: Sources of marine pollution (e.g., plastic waste, oil spills), effects of pollution on marine life and ecosystems, how individuals can reduce ocean pollution
Life On Land
Types of terrestrial ecosystems: Introduction to major terrestrial ecosystems (e.g., forests, savannas, wetlands, desert etc.), characteristics of each ecosystem
Forests and their importance: Understanding the significance of forests (e.g., carbon storage, oxygen production), reforestation and forest conservation efforts
Threats to life on land: Urbanization, pollution, land degradation, wildfires, poaching and illegal wildlife trade etc.
Biodiversity on land: Exploring the diversity of plant and animal life on land, discussing the interconnectedness of species in ecosystems
Food Security and Agriculture
Food Security: Definition and importance of food security, factors affecting food security (availability, accessibility, affordability).
Sustainable Agriculture: Introduction to sustainable farming practices, importance of conserving natural resources
Food Safety: Importance of food safety and hygiene, safe handling and preparation of food
Factors affecting agriculture and food security: Climate, soil, land, water, poverty, population etc.
Identify a prevalent issue contributing to water wastage within urban water supply systems:
Q.2
What helps in making food more accessible to everyone? 1. Having a car to travel to distant markets 2. Having schools provide free meals 3. Having expensive restaurants in the locality 4. Having a limited number of grocery stores in the area
Q.3
Sophie studies the effects of climate change on wildlife and discovers that certain species are shifting their habitats towards the poles. What term describes this phenomenon?
Q.4
Your school organises a science fair competition focused on alternative energy sources. You decide to present a case against fossil fuels. Which key cause of climate change should you prioritise highlighting?
Q.5
Which climatic condition is generally favourable for most crop growth? 1. Erratic rainfall and unpredictable weather patterns 2. Optimum rainfall and temperature 3. Extreme temperature fluctuations 4. Heavy rainfall throughout the year
Q.6
In a remote village, a community initiative introduced a water purification system, significantly improving water quality. Consider the multifaceted impact of the improved water quality on the village.
What aspects of community life might have been positively influenced by this initiative?
Q.7
In a community initiative, residents organise a neighborhood swap event where people exchange gently used items rather than discarding them.
What does this scenario exemplify?
Q.8
Why is rainwater harvesting beneficial for water management in regions prone to water scarcity? 1. It provides an alternative source of water during dry periods. 2. It increases dependency on municipal water supplies. 3. It leads to excessive water wastage. 4. It has a negative impact on the environment.
Q.9
A farmer in a region with poor soil quality is struggling to grow healthy crops. What can be done to improve agricultural productivity in this area?
Q.10
As Ava traversed the city streets, she met a wise engineer named Marcus. He explained how crude oil was refined into various fuels like gasoline and diesel. What is the primary use of crude oil in energy production?