This in-depth Land Use, Urbanization & Sprawl Unit is a comprehensive resource essential for your environmental science curriculum. The activities included will enrich your curriculum by providing a comprehensive, interactive, and thought-provoking exploration of land use, urbanization, and sustainability.
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Ready to bring the complexities of land use, urbanization, and sustainability into your classroom? This Land Use, Urbanization & Sprawl Unit has everything you need to spark thought-provoking conversations and engage your students with hands-on, interactive learning. It’s perfect for your environmental science curriculum and will deepen your students’ understanding of how human activities impact the environment.
Through this unit, your students will explore how urban development and land use shape communities and ecosystems. They’ll dive into topics like urban sprawl, sustainable city design, and the environmental consequences of transportation. This resource helps students not only grasp ecological concepts but also understand the real-world challenges and opportunities we face when it comes to urbanization and sustainability.
It’s a great way to foster environmental awareness and encourage sustainable practices – making it an invaluable addition to your curriculum!
? Unit Pacing Guide
? Land Use and Urbanization Lesson Plan
? “Growing Pains in Portland, Oregon” Activity & Answer Key
? Land Use and Urbanization Practice Packet & Answer Key
? Land Use and Urbanization Quizzes (two versions) & Answer Keys
? Sprawl Lesson Plan
? Sprawl PowerPoint Presentation & Guided Notes
? Sprawl Review Worksheet & Answer Key
? Sprawl WebQuest & Answer Key
? Urbanization & Sprawl Quiz & Answer Key
? Understanding Urban Sprawl Through Mapping Lab & Answer Key
? Environmental Impact of Transportation Lab & Answer Key
? NYC High Line PowerPoint Presentation
? Sustainable Cities Lesson Plan
? Sustainable Cities PowerPoint Presentation & Guided Notes
? Sustainable Cities Practice Packet & Answer Key
? Sustainable Urban Development Case Studies Activity & Answer Key
? Sustainable Cities Quiz & Answer Key
? Costs and Benefits of Sustainable Schools Lab & Answer Key
? Land Use and Urbanization Unit Topics Guide
? Land Use and Urbanization Unit Exam & Answer Key
✅ Hands-On Learning: Activities like the “Growing Pains in Portland” case study and urban sprawl mapping help students connect with the material on a deeper level.
✅ Real-World Relevance: Students will see how urban sprawl, transportation, and sustainability affect our communities today.
✅ Essential Questions: Encourage critical thinking with questions like, “What makes a city sustainable?” and “How do humans make use of the land we live on?”
✅ All-Inclusive Resources: From quizzes to labs to case studies, this unit has everything you need for 3 weeks of engaging lessons.
✅ Builds Environmental Awareness: Students will leave the unit understanding the environmental challenges and opportunities that come with urbanization and land use.
This unit is a complete package for helping your students understand the balance between development and sustainability. Whether you’re teaching about urban sprawl or exploring the future of sustainable cities, this resource will guide your students to think critically and responsibly about the world around them.
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Grade Levels: 8th – 12th
Total Pages: 310+
Teaching Duration: 3 Weeks
What busy teachers like you have said:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Cathy H. says, “Excellent resource. Used with my lower level environmental class with no problem.”
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