Rachel Carson's Silent Spring & The Environmental Movement

What´s it about?

This activity is about exploring the work of Rachel Carson, a pioneering environmentalist and writer who wrote the influential book "Silent Spring."

The activity involves reading and analyzing excerpts from the book, and answering questions to gain a deeper understanding of Carson's views on environmental issues and the impacts of human actions on the natural world.

The goal of the activity is to foster critical thinking and engagement with environmental issues, and to inspire students to take action to protect the health of our planet and its inhabitants.

Answers and extension activity included.

Skills and Concepts

• Reading - the ability to identify main ideas, understand arguments, and evaluate evidence in a text.
• Environmental awareness - an understanding of environmental problems and the importance of protecting the health of our planet and its inhabitants.
• Scientific knowledge - an appreciation for the role of science in addressing environmental problems.
• Analytical thinking - the ability to interpret and evaluate information, develop informed opinions, and make logical connections between ideas.
• Communication - the ability to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms.