Worksheet: Climate Change Poster Project with 6 Hats Thinking Technique Instructions for the Activity You will work in groups to create a poster about climate change using the 6 Hats Thinking Technique. Each group will focus on a specific perspective (hat). Follow the steps below to guide your research and poster creation. Step 1: Understand Your Hat (5 minutes) Your group has been assigned one of the six thinking hats. Read the description below to understand your focus: ● White Hat (Facts): Research and present facts and data about climate change. Include statistics, causes, and evidence of climate change. ● Red Hat (Feelings): Focus on emotions and how people feel about climate change. Explore fears, hopes, and concerns related to this issue. ● Black Hat (Risks): Identify the dangers and risks of climate change. What are the potential negative outcomes if no action is taken? ● Yellow Hat (Positives): Highlight the benefits of addressing climate change. What positive changes can occur if we take action? ● Green Hat (Creativity): Brainstorm creative and innovative solutions to combat climate change. Think of new ideas and approaches. ● Blue Hat (Process): Focus on organizing and managing the discussion. How can we create a structured plan to address climate change? Step 2: Research and Collect Information (20 minutes) Use the following questions to guide your research. Write down your answers clearly so they can be included on your poster. General Questions (For All Groups): 1. What is climate change, and why is it happening? 2. How does climate change affect people, animals, and the environment? Specific Questions Based on Your Hat: ● White Hat: ○ What are the key facts and data about climate change? (e.g., temperature rise, CO₂ levels, extreme weather events) ○ Include a graph or chart if possible. ● Red Hat: ○ How do people feel about climate change? (e.g., scared, hopeful, angry) ○ Include quotes or examples of public reactions. ● Black Hat: ○ What are the risks of climate change? (e.g., rising sea levels, loss of biodiversity, economic impacts) ○ What might happen if we do nothing? ● Yellow Hat: ○ What are the benefits of taking action against climate change? (e.g., cleaner air, healthier ecosystems) ○ Are there any success stories from countries or communities? ● Green Hat: ○ What are some creative solutions to climate change? (e.g., renewable energy, planting trees, reducing waste) ○ How can students contribute? ● Blue Hat: ○ What steps should be taken to address climate change effectively? ○ How can individuals, governments, and organizations work together? Step 3: Create Your Poster (20 minutes) Your poster should be clear, colorful, and informative. Include the following: 1. Title: A clear title that reflects your group’s hat and focus. 2. Key Points: Summarize the most important information from your research. 3. Visuals: Add drawings, graphs, or images to make your poster engaging. 4. Call to Action: Include a suggestion or solution based on your group’s focus. Step 4: Present and Discuss (Rest of the Lesson) 1. Presentation: Each group will present their poster to the class. Use the following questions to guide your presentation: ○ What did you learn about climate change from your hat’s perspective? ○ Why is your perspective important in understanding climate change? ○ What solutions or actions do you recommend? 2. Discussion: After all groups have presented, discuss as a class: ○ How do the different perspectives connect to each other? ○ What steps can we take as a class or community to address climate change? Assessment Criteria Your poster and presentation will be evaluated based on: 1. Research Quality: How well did you research your topic? 2. Clarity and Organization: Is your poster easy to understand? 3. Creativity: Did you use visuals or creative ideas to engage the audience? 4. Teamwork: Did everyone in the group participate? Helpful Resources ● Use your textbooks, library books, or the internet to find reliable information. ● Recommended websites: ○ NASA Climate Change ○ UN Climate Action ○ National Geographic Climate Good luck! Let’s work together to learn about climate change and how we can make a difference!
