Global citizenship

Who are Indigenous people?

People with unique cultures, traditions, languages, and ways of life closely connected to nature.

Who are the Wajãpi people?

Indigenous people from Northern Brazil living in the Amazon rainforest, sustainably and in harmony with nature.

What does “interconnected” mean?

Things are linked; one thing affects another. Example: animals, plants, and the environment depend on each other.

What does “nomadic” mean?

Moving from place to place in search of food, water, or better living conditions.

Give 3 uses of trees.

1. Clean air (oxygen, absorb CO2) 2. Shade and cooling 3. Provide food (fruits and nuts)

Give 3 more uses of trees.

4. Homes for animals 5. Provide wood and paper 6. Prevent soil erosion

What can we learn from the Wajãpi people?

To live in harmony with nature and use resources wisely without waste.

What is biodiversity?

The variety of all living things on Earth

What is stewardship?

Responsibility to protect and care for the Earth for now and future generations.

Name 3 ways to look after the planet.

1. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle 2. Save water and energy 3. Plant trees and care for nature

What is climate change?

Long-term changes in weather patterns mainly due to human activity.

What are emissions?

Harmful gases released from cars, factories, or burning fuels like coal.

What is a carbon footprint?

The amount of carbon dioxide and other harmful gases you release into the air by your actions.

How does food add to your carbon footprint?

It is grown, processed, transported, consumed, and disposed of—all releasing greenhouse gases.

How do light and heat add to your carbon footprint

Most electricity comes from fossil fuels.

How does transport add to your carbon footprint?

Most vehicles run on fossil fuels which emit harmful gases

How do clothes add to your carbon footprint?

They use a lot of electricity to produce; some fabrics like nylon are not biodegradable.

How does entertainment add to your carbon footprint?

It uses electricity from fossil fuels (amusement parks, electronic devices).

Why are plastic bags bad for the carbon footprint?

They are not biodegradable and pollute the environment.

How do wind turbines help reduce climate change?

They don’t release emissions or use water for cooling.

How do solar panels help the environment?

They don’t emit greenhouse gases and reduce fossil fuel use.

What is geothermal energy?

A clean energy source that mainly releases steam and helps achieve zero carbon goals.

What is biomass energy?

Energy from plants that absorb CO2 while growing, balancing out the CO2 released when burned.