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Earth Day Jeopardy

Grades 4-12, adults

Jeopardy game with questions/answers on Connecticut’s environment, including state parks, fishing, and CT wildlife.

Climate Change Jeopardy

Grades 4-12, adults

Jeopardy game with questions/answers on energy, climate, air quality, and things you can do.

100 Mile Diet

Grades 4-12, adults

Explores the impact of choosing to eat what is in season and grown within 100 miles of our homes. Participants will answer questions on the availability of common foods, learn how distance equals energy consumption, and identify the positives and challenging aspects to our food choices.

Ecological Footprint Calculator

Grades 4-12, adults

Provides a paper tool for calculating the impact of our actions on the environment. Unlike the online tools, this worksheet allows participants time to think about their answers and reflect on what their actions mean.

Ecological Footprint Board Game

Grades 4-12, adults

Provides a fun way for participants to explore facts about their impact on the world. This activity goes well with the Ecological Footprint Calculator.

Climate Solutions Bingo

Grades 3-6

Uses Bingo to teach about existing technologies and practices that can significantly reduce the emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases.