Lesson Plan
Grades 6-8
Market Research
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Students visit the supermarket and investigate products’ containers and packaging options to determine which products would produce the least solid waste.
Students will be able to:
- Compare different sizes, containers, and packaging of products to determine which produce the least amount of solid waste.
- Create summary statements after completing real-world data collection.
- Identify at least three ways shoppers can make choices that help reduce solid waste and conserve natural resources.
Features of This Resource
- Students create summary statements after completing real-world data collection
- Great for Earth Day – how do our personal choices impact the natural world?
- Students must accurately recognize their values and how they influence their own behavior
How Do I Get This Lesson Plan?
This lesson plan must be purchased as part of a lesson packet or as part of a full curriculum that is available in our store.
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