13/08/2022
POLLUTION
Objective of the Lesson:
To discuss the harmful effects of pollution and how we can reverse the current state of pollution in our communities.
Key Idea:
Pollution comes in different forms: water, land, and air. Because the earth has limited resources, it is our job to take care of the earth and protect these important resources.
Description of the Problem:
Almost everywhere you look, you will see pollution. There is trash on the ground, chemicals in the air, and contaminated water. We have limited natural resources for everyone to use, and if we ruin them now, we will never get them back.
Consequences of the Problem:
Pollution causes sickness. Breathing air with chemicals from cars and factories can cause lung issues. Drinking polluted water can lead to viral and bacterial infections. Land that is polluted with trash and chemicals affects the quality of the food that you eat. Through pollution, we are ruining natural habitats and killing many animals. If we do not keep the earth clean and healthy, it will become uninhabitable in the future.
The Solutions:
Avoid throwing trash on the ground. If you see trash on the ground, pick it up and throw it in a dustbin.
Do not pour chemicals into water. Dispose of them properly.
If you can walk or ride a bicycle, avoid driving or taking auto-rickshaws.
Discussion Questions:
What are three forms of pollution?
What can pollution do to humans?
What can pollution do to animals?
What will happen to the earth if we do not stop polluting it?
6. What are the ways in which you can prevent pollution of air in your community?
Practical steps that can be taken by a community to address the issue:
Make dustbins available on public property.
If a rickshaw or vehicle is causing too much pollution, report it.
Teach the community how to dispose of chemicals, f***s, and dangerous wastes to protect the community from pollution and disease.