Lesson 1: Understanding Sustainability Objectives: - Students will understand what sustainability means - Students will become familiar with terms related to sustainability

Content: - Introduce the topic of sustainability to the class - Show definitions to the terms ‘sustainable development’, ‘sustainable resources’, and ‘sustainability’ - Discuss examples of sustainable practices, such as renewable energy, efficient technology, and sustainable food production - Use the discussion to explain why sustainable practices are important

Resources: - Display pictures of sustainable practices - Short video clips introducing sustainability - Articles and statements discussing basic sustainable topics

Lesson 2: Sustainability in the Environment Objectives: - Students will learn about environmental sustainability - Students will understand how their actions can impact the environment in a positive or negative manner

Content: - Introduce environmental terms such as ‘biodiversity’, ‘ecosystems’, ‘deforestation’, ‘pollution’ - Discuss ways of preserving ecosystems (such as Reducing, Reusing and Recycling) - Describe the impacts of unsustainable choices on ecosystems

Resources: - Photos and diagrams that illustrate the terms - Relevant articles, videos and case studies related to environmental sustainability - Whitepapers from organizations like the World Wildlife Fund

Lesson 3: Sustainable Food Production Objectives: - Students will understand what sustainable food production is - Students will learn how to make sustainable food choices

Content: - Discuss the principles of sustainable agriculture (such as organic farming, permaculture, and natural resource management) - Examine the impact of unsustainable agricultural practices on the environment - Provide examples of sustainable food sources and discuss their benefits

Resources: - Videos and articles discussing sustainable agriculture - Photos, diagrams and factsheets listing sustainable local food sources - Exercises and activities focusing on the importance of sustainable food production

Lesson 4: Sustainable Energy Objectives: - Students will understand the types of renewable energy - Students will learn the benefits of renewable energy

Content: - Explain the principles of renewable energy (including wind, solar and tidal energy) - Discuss reasons for switching to renewable energy - Explain the economic and environmental advantages of renewable energy

Resources: - Short video clips introducing renewable energy sources - Photos and diagrams illustrating uses for renewable energy - Articles and case studies about the successful adoption of renewable energy

Lesson 5: Sustainable Transportation Objectives: - Students will understand the principles of sustainable transportation - Students will be able to explain the benefits of sustainable transportation

Content: - Discuss the environmental and economic impacts of different forms of transportation (including cars, buses, trains, and bicycles) - Examine the ways in which people can make their transportation more sustainable - Explore ways of reducing emissions from transportation

Resources: - Photos, diagrams and factsheets about different forms of transportation - Articles and case studies about successful implementation of sustainable transportation - Videos and demonstrations showing the benefits of different transportation methods

Lesson 6: Waste Reduction Objectives: - Students will understand the importance of waste reduction - Students will be able to explain the benefits of reducing waste

Content: - Discuss the environmental and economic impacts of waste production - Examine ways of reducing waste, such as reuse and repurposing - Explore the concept of a circular economy

Resources: - Photos, diagrams and factsheets about reducing waste - Articles and case studies about successful implementation of waste reduction - Videos and demonstrations showing the benefits of reducing waste

Lesson 7: Sustainable Design Objectives: - Students will understand the principles of sustainable design - Students will be able to explain the benefits of sustainable design

Content: - Define ‘sustainable design’ and discuss its benefits - Explain the principles of sustainable design (such as green building, zero-waste manufacturing, and cradle-to-cradle systems) - Examine how the design of products and businesses can be made more sustainable

Resources: - Videos and articles discussing sustainable design - Photos, diagrams and factsheets illustrating sustainable design principles - Demonstrations of how to use sustainable design in everyday products

Lesson 8: Sustainable Communities Objectives: - Students will understand the importance of sustainable communities - Students will be able to explain the benefits of sustainable communities

Content: - Discuss the components of sustainable communities (such as local food production, green transportation, and energy efficiency) - Explain the economic and environmental impacts of sustainable communities - Provide examples of successful sustainable communities

Resources: - Videos and articles discussing sustainable communities - Photos, diagrams and factsheets illustrating the principles of sustainable communities - Case studies and interviews with people in sustainable communities

Lesson 9: International Sustainability Objectives: - Students will understand global environmental issues - Students will understand how global sustainability policies can create change

Content: - Explain how international agreements and policies can protect the environment - Introduce key global sustainability documents, such as the Paris Agreement - Discuss global sustainability initiatives such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals - Show how people can get involved in global sustainability initiatives

Resources: - Videos and articles about global sustainability - Photos, diagrams, and factsheets about the Paris Agreement and UN Sustainable Development Goals - Case studies and interviews from people involved in global sustainability efforts

Lesson 10: Taking Action Objectives: - Students will understand how they can take action to support sustainability - Students will be able to identify ways they can make a difference

Content: - Discuss the importance of individual actions in promoting sustainability - Brainstorm ideas for sustainability actions that individual can take in their own lives - Introduce students to organizations and campaigns they can get involved in (such as the Global Goals and Climate Reality)

Resources: - Videos and activities exploring the impact of individual actions - Articles and statements discussing the importance of individual actions - Photos, diagrams and factsheets about the Global Goals and Climate Reality campaigns