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Easter Island Unit

Embark on a thought-provoking exploration of history and environmental consciousness with this high-quality Easter Island Unit. Centered around the essential question, “Can the story of Easter Island serve as a cautionary tale for the planet as a whole?” this no-prep unit immerses students in the tragic narrative of a society faced with a horrific and unavoidable fate.

$5.00

Description:

Engage students in a thought-provoking exploration of history, environmental responsibility, and the collapse of civilizations with this Easter Island Unit. Designed around the essential question:
“Can the story of Easter Island serve as a cautionary tale for the planet as a whole?”
This no-prep unit provides a compelling narrative of environmental overuse, societal collapse, and its modern-day implications.

What Will Students Learn?

  • The rise and fall of Easter Island’s civilization
  • Deforestation & resource depletion – A warning for today’s world
  • Jared Diamond’s analysis – Lessons from the past
  • Connections to global environmental challenges

Why This Unit Stands Out:

Engaging & Relevant – Encourages deep thinking about sustainability and history
Multimedia Approach – Videos, readings, and discussions for immersive learning
Critical Thinking – Students analyze, discuss, and write about historical and modern parallels
Low-Prep, High-Impact – Ready-to-use lesson plans, worksheets, and assessments

What’s Included?

  • Unit Pacing Guide – Structured for smooth lesson flow
  • Easter Island Lesson Plan – Step-by-step teaching guidance
  • Easter Island Reading by Jared DiamondInsightful historical analysis
  • Easter Island Vocabulary Worksheet & Answer KeyKey terms for understanding the content
  • Easter Island Discussion Questions & Answer KeyEncourages class debates and analysis
  • Easter Island Quiz & Answer KeyAssess comprehension of key concepts
  • Easter Island Writing Assignment – Promotes reflective and analytical writing
  • Modern-Day Easter Islands: A Case Study Assignment – Connects historical themes to current global issues through research and collaboration

Inspire Awareness & Action

This unit challenges students to reflect on history, analyze environmental impacts, and apply lessons to today’s world
Perfect for middle and high school classrooms looking to blend history, science, and sustainability in a meaningful way!

 

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Grade Levels: 7th – 12th
Total Pages: 40+
Teaching Duration: 1 Week

 

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