Students will outline the ways parents and children could cope with these hazards. Each group might investigate one hazard and share the findings with the class. A summary worksheet and a sample are included with this activity. Background Information Newspaper or magazine articles about environmental hazards of concern of the community could be used by the students are reference materials. Timing Allow 70 min for students to identify, investigate and report on hazards.
Resources See sample answer sheet below for suggested topics and resources.
Environmental Hazards Consequences of Hazards Coping Strategies for parents and children Over exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun as a result of the thinning ozone layer. August 1992, page 26. Practice Safe Sunning, Canadian Living. July 1992, page 15. Sun Smart, Chatelaine.