Activity 1.2
My Environment
As humans and living beings on Earth, we rely on the environment to survive. We need air, water, and food from the environment. From the basic goods provided, we are able to create shelters for safety and warmth. It is important to understand where our needs come from.
Standards
Kindergarten
K.4d
Identify symbols, customs, famous individuals, and celebrations representative of our state and nation including - state and nationally designated holidays: New Year’s Day, the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., Inauguration Day, Washington’s Birthday, Mardi Gras, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day. Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
K.5
Identify examples of different cultures and traditions in Louisiana.
K.15
Differentiate between wants and needs.
K.20a
Identify ways people interact with their environment using, including using natural resources.
K.20b
Identify ways people interact with their environment, including modifying their environment to create shelter.
Grade 1
1.8a
Identify examples of Louisiana’s culture, including - state and nationally designated holidays: New Year’s Day, the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., Inauguration Day, Washington’s Birthday, Mardi Gras, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day. Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
1.8e
Identify examples of Louisiana’s culture, including - traditions: lagniappe, second-line parades, king cake, red beans, and rice on Mondays.
1.8f
Identify examples of Louisiana’s culture, including - cuisine: jambalaya, gumbo, etouffee, bread pudding, meat pies, and tamales.
1.22
Identify and describe which goods and services are produced in different places and regions in Louisiana.
Grade 2
2.7c
Identify and describe national historical figures, celebrations, symbols, and places.
Describe the significance of state and nationally designated holidays, including New Year’s Day, the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., Inauguration Day, Washington’s Birthday, Mardi Gras, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day. Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
2.16a
Describe how people are both producers and consumers.
Grade 3
3.6b
Identify and describe national historical figures, celebrations, and symbols.
Describe the significance of state and nationally designated holidays, including New Year’s Day, the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr., Inauguration Day, Washington’s Birthday, Mardi Gras, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day. Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
3.15b
Explain how the interaction between producers and consumers in a free market satisfies economic wants and needs.
3.15d
Differentiate between imports and exports.
Kindergarten
K-LS-1-1
Use observation to describe patterns of what plants and animals (including humans) need to survive.
K-ESS2-2
Construct an argument supported by evidence for how plants and animals (including humans) can change the environment to meet their needs.
Note: This activity is appropriate for all grade levels, however, it is standards-aligned for kindergarten through third-grade social studies and kindergarten science. When combined with activities from units two and/or three, it can support other grade-level standards in grades four through twelve.
Materials
- My Environment Worksheet
- Markers or colored pencils
Instructions
- On the left side of the arrow, draw where you personally get each need from - water, food, air, and shelter.
- On the right side of the arrow, draw where those needs come from.
Reflection Questions
- Have you thought about how your environment provides for your needs?
- Does your environment provide differently for you than for someone else’s environment?