Indigenous Foods: Social Studies Lesson
Created by Teacher(s): Kelly Stroh, Oregon Educators for Climate Education|Published on: April 14, 2023
Grades: 3, 4, 5
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: History
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Created by: Oregon Climate Education Hub teachers
Region: North America, USA - West, United States, Oregon
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Synopsis
In this lesson, students learn about the Indigenous first foods of Oregon and discuss the connection between food and climate change.
Step 1 - Inquire: Students read about the Indigenous Peoples of Oregon and learn about their first foods.
Step 2 - Investigate: Students learn about the connection between food and climate change and explore data on the impact of food production on the Earth.
Step 3 - Inspire: Students discover how their food choices affect their personal health and the Earth and choose a positive action to help fight climate change.
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Kelly Stroh
Kelly is a 5th grade teacher at Yujin Gakuen Public Japanese Immersion School.
Oregon Educators for Climate Education
Oregon Educators for Climate Education (OECE) is a statewide group of educators working toward Oregon legislation that would mandate the integration and infusion of climate change for PK-12 education across all core subject areas.
Our steering committee is comprised of current and retired K-12 educators, as well as high school students. While most of us reside and work in the Willamette Valley, we are seeking connection and input from stakeholders from regions across Oregon. We are inclusive and invite diverse voices to join us!
Website: https://www.oregonclimateed.org/
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