Chapter 1: Engaging in Social Action: Kid Activists: Berenstain Bears Don’t Pollute Anymore

Handout/Materials: https://tinyurl.com/HHCartoonActivism (adapted for elementary)

Describe the assessments that will be used during the unit.

Prior to conducting the Sparking Strategy, choose photographs (or use the ppt listed below) from the USA Today article, “CA oil spill; Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency” to display to students. (Photos 8, 14, and 15 may be helpful). ppt with images in folder link: https://tinyurl.com/HHCartoonActivism or article link:

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/10/04/oil-spill-california-dead-wildlife-washes-ashore/5986916001/

Project or print the selected images from the USA Today: CA Oil Spill article and ask students to discuss the images in small groups (think/pair/share):

In a numerical list provide a step-by-step outline of what you plan to do in the lesson. Include questions you will ask the students and materials you will use.