Balance in our Ecosystem
This session uses role play to demonstrate how balance can be maintained in a large, interdependent system and suggest the effects of imbalance. The central story, a Nigerian folk tale, shows the consequences of not living in balance with nature and encourages children to consume less and conserve more.
Take Home:
Today we explored balance and ecosystems.
Play a game that involves balance. This could be either physical or mental balancing. Examine ways that we can be thrown off balance and ways to get back in balance.
Watch a video about balance in our ecosystem. Check out the curriculum for suggestions.
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