Deforestation Discussion

Understanding deforestation develops environmental awareness and critical thinking.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Jungles
• Learning area: Understanding the World
• Level: EYFS Reception

Objectives

• Understand deforestation concept
• Discuss causes and effects
• Generate solutions

Materials

• Before/after photos
• Tree cutout visuals
• Discussion cards

Instructions

Show images of forests before and after clearing. What happened? Why? How does it affect animals?

Educator tip

Keep age-appropriate. Focus on solutions, not just problems.

Assessment

Assess against Early Learning Goals (ELGs). Document evidence of 'expected' or 'exceeding' descriptors. Note: independent application of skills, ability to explain reasoning, and capacity to build on prior learning. Observe understanding and solution generation.

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