Theory

What is a carbon footprint?

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Description

Helpful page that answers many questions for teachers about how to explain to children what carbon footprint is.

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Language

English

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Relative Material

Link:  https://youth.europa.eu/get-involved/sustainable-development/how-reduce-my-carbon-footprint_en

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Topics covered

Sustainability; Sustainable habits; Climate change;

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Relevance

Encourage them to think of ways to reduce their footprint beforehand, then put those ideas into action on the planned day. Help each student create a list of steps they will take, and at the end of the day have them check off their list to see how well they did.

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