Film: Introduction
In this film, sailor Dee Caffari explores the history of plastic and the current state of ocean plastic pollution.
Before teaching this pack it is recommended that teachers read the General guidance for teaching PSHE. The full lesson plan is a PSHE Association Quality Assured resource.
This pack enables pupils to learn about the simple changes everyone can make to have a positive impact on the local and global environment and help prevent further ocean plastic pollution.
In this film, sailor Dee Caffari explores the history of plastic and the current state of ocean plastic pollution.
Prompt pupils to think about ocean plastic pollution and measure existing knowledge in this baseline assessment.
Dee Caffari explains the implications of plastic in our oceans and the simple changes we can make to help reduce further environmental damage.
This activity introduces the topic of ocean plastic pollution through a film and fun quiz!
After watching the introduction film, try this interactive quiz and find out some facts about ocean plastic pollution.
After meeting Brighton and Hove Albion FC mascot Gully, Jax and her mum are inspired to look back on their day at a Premier League football match to decide on some simple swaps they could make to reduce their use of single-use plastics.
In this activity, pupils learn about simple changes they can make to everyday behaviours to make a difference to ocean plastic pollution.
Inspired by what they've learnt in the lesson so far, pupils make their own pledge to reduce their use of single-use plastic.
Pupils repeat the activity from the baseline assessment to add to or amend their original ideas based on their new knowledge of ocean plastic pollution.