Resources
“The Climate Atlas of Canada combines climate science, mapping, and storytelling together with Indigenous Knowledges and community-based research and video to inspire awareness and action.” Find resources, lesson plans, and course materials looking at the connections between climate change and the world around us.
Access current and relevant news about environmental sustainability and climate change through an intersectional lens. Subscribe to their mailing list “to receive high-quality journalism and commentary covering the children and nature movement worldwide — direct to your inbox every two weeks.”
Hoping to explore positive news about the environment? This website produces “happy” news that encourages action among readers.
“These are the stories of food activists from Turtle Island (North America) – young and old, Indigenous and settler – who share a vision for food justice and food sovereignty, from Earth to Tables.” Access their facilitator guide, stories, land-based learning, and videos.
UDL lesson plans tailored to each available poem about the environment.
“Talking with Green Teachers, a podcast featuring discussions with environmental educators from around the globe. In each interview-style episode, we hear the human side of EE, while discussing some of the big questions facing this diverse branch of education.”
Climate Fiction
Blaze Island by Catherine Bush (an adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest )
The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline
Crow Winter by Karen McBride
Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults
Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood
A Bucket of Stars by Suri Rosen
Outdoor Sit Pads (we have many!) by
Sit pads are a great tool for transitioning your learning outdoors year-round. This one is extra comfy, easy to carry, and the exterior is made from waterproof 600 Denier Polyester with PVC backing and filled with soft, shredded, recycled foam. Due to the larger size, it is recommended for educators and older students (grades 4+).