ELA Lesson: Protecting Lahaina’s Coral Reefs
Created by Teacher(s): Emily Pepitone|Published on: January 20, 2025
Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: English Language Arts
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Created by: SubjectToClimate teachers
Region: Hawai'i
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Synopsis
Students explore the wonder and importance of Lahaina's coral reefs, analyzing the environmental threats they face and considering solutions through reading and video analysis. Students use their writing skills to advocate for measures to protect Lahaina’s coral reefs.
Inquire: Students observe coral reefs and share their prior knowledge about coral reefs.
Investigate: Students read and listen to a variety of sources to learn about threats facing coral reefs and possible solutions.
Inspire: Students write a persuasive letter calling for action to a local government official.
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Emily Pepitone
AP Language, 11th Grade English Teacher
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