51ºÚÁÏ

WALT
Know some examples of effective climate action.

Steps to Success
I can explain what climate action means.
I understand what climate justice is.
I can identify who influences me and who I influence.
I can work with others to plan meaningful climate actions.
What is Climate Action?
Climate action means doing things that help stop climate change or reduce its effects.
Examples include:

Using less energy
Planting trees
Recycling
Speaking up for the planet
Changing what we buy or eat
Why Take Climate Action?
Taking action can help us:

Build leadership and communication skills
Feel more confident and resilient
Make our voices heard
Feel connected to others
Manage eco-anxiety
What is Climate Justice?
Climate justice means making sure everyone is treated fairly when it comes to climate change.
Some people are affected more than others — even though they’ve done the least to cause the problem.
It’s not fair that where you live or how much money you have decides how safe you are from climate change.

Who Should Take Action?
Activity: Move to a corner of the room based on your answer.

Who should take action on climate change?
Who can do the most to help?
Who do businesses and politicians listen to most?
Be ready to explain your choice!
What Does It Mean to Influence?
To influence someone means to change how they think or act.
We are influenced by:

Family and friends
Celebrities and sports teams
Social media and TV
We also influence others — even if we don’t realise it!
Who Do You Influence?
Activity: Draw a spider diagram.

Put yourself in the middle.
Add people or groups you influence.
The closer they are to the centre, the more you influence them.
Think: How do you influence them?
How Do We Influence Others?
We influence others by:

Talking to them
Sharing on social media
Giving feedback to companies
Writing letters or signing petitions
Not everyone has the same influence things like age, gender, or background can affect this.
Group Planning Climate Action Ideas
In groups, think of ways to share the message about climate justice.

How can we take action at home, school, or in our community?
How could we influence a company or the government?
Use the Climate Action Ideas sheet to help you!
Choose Your Top 3 Actions
Pick your groups top 3 climate actions.
Think about:

How easy is it to do?
What help do we need?
What might stop us?
How many people could it reach?
How big of a change could it make?
6-Grid Reference Activity
Lets practise using 6-figure grid references!

Can you find places where climate action is happening?
Can you locate areas affected by climate change?
Use your map skills to explore the world of climate justice.