SDG #14: Life Below Water
Learning Sequence
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What is SDG #14?
This week’s activity centers around SDG 2 – Zero Hunger, integrating real-world insights with skills essential for the future. Students will independently delve into the issue of hunger by watching a relevant video and then select a challenge connected to this SDG. They will carry out their chosen task autonomously, enhancing their problem-solving and leadership abilities.
This immersive experience not only deepens their understanding of worldwide hunger issues but also promotes self-reliance and accountability. After completing their task, students are encouraged to reflect and record their journey in a digital resume, creating a comprehensive portfolio of their efforts towards each SDG.
This exercise is designed to develop practical abilities and a globally conscious mindset, which are vital for tomorrow’s leaders.
This week, we’re focusing on an essential goal: SDG number 14 – Life Below Water.
We’ll begin by watching a short video about SDG #14 to understand why it’s crucial to conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources. The video will illustrate how our actions can help protect marine ecosystems and ensure a sustainable future for everyone.
Next, get ready for an exciting challenge! You’ll participate in engaging activities designed to promote marine conservation. Choose a project that inspires you. These activities will help us all think about how we can contribute to protecting our oceans and marine life.
You’ll also have an opportunity to write to someone influential, such as a leader or an organisation, about marine conservation. Spin the wheel to see who it will be, do some research, and aim to get a response.
After completing your challenge, reflect on what you’ve learned and document it in your digital journal. This will help you remember how your efforts contribute to our global goals.
And don’t forget our weekly quiz! It’s a fun way to test your knowledge, and you might earn a certificate too.
Let’s use our creativity and take action to protect life below water. Every small step we take can lead to significant positive impacts on our marine ecosystems!
Weekly Keywords
This activity is designed to help students become familiar with key terms and concepts related to SDG #14 – Life Below Water. Students will receive a list of advanced words and phrases that explain how to conserve and sustainably use oceans, seas, and marine resources.
They are encouraged to simplify these terms into everyday language and reflect on their meanings. The aim is to expand their vocabulary about marine conservation while enhancing their analytical skills. This will enable them to understand and articulate the importance of these concepts, deepening their knowledge of what it takes to effectively protect marine ecosystems and secure a sustainable future for our planet.
On the task card provided, you’ll find a list of keywords related to SDG #14 – Life Below Water.
Your challenge is to look at these words and explain what they mean in the simplest way possible. This activity will help you practice breaking down complex ideas into easy-to-understand parts, a crucial skill for all your future learning and discussions.
Quote of the week - Sylvia Earle
This week, we’ll draw inspiration from thought leaders and their impactful views on marine conservation, focusing on SDG 14. Students will explore a pivotal quote from Sylvia Earle related to this goal, interpreting its significance from their unique viewpoints, possibly through art or a multimedia presentation.
The heart of this activity lies in deep contemplation and engaging conversation. It encourages students to connect deeply with the selected words, pondering their impact on personal life choices and broader environmental outcomes.
This method promotes critical thinking and sparks open discussion, enabling students to examine how powerful messages shape their views and actions, thereby enriching their comprehension of marine conservation. It motivates a dedication to advocacy and problem-solving, aligning closely with the goals of SDG 14.
Each week, we will share an inspirational quote from the renowned oceanographer and marine biologist, Sylvia Earle.
We encourage you to write down the quote, print it, or even create a drawing inspired by her words.
After you’ve completed this, we invite you to reflect on and discuss the meaning of this quote. Think about what it signifies to us and how we can use Sylvia’s insights to make a difference in the world.
Research - Creating an Infographic
This activity challenges you to create an infographic on SDG #14: Life Below Water. Start by checking out an example we’ve provided, and then use a template to design your own infographic, including cool facts and statistics you find through research.
Be creative with pictures, charts, and colours to make your infographic exciting and easy to understand. This project will not only improve your research skills but also let you express your creativity, and it’s a fun way to work towards your SDG Challenge series certificate. Let’s get started and make something awesome!
Every week, you get to try a fun design project: making a cool and easy-to-understand infographic about one of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This week, we’re diving into SDG #14: Life Below Water. Take a look at the example we’ve shown you, then use the template to make your own infographic about how we can conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine resources.
Feel free to look up more facts to add interesting details to your infographic. Use pictures, charts, graphs, and facts creatively. Experiment with different colours to make your design stand out!
Once you finish your infographic, it’ll help you earn your certificate for the SDG Challenge series. Let’s get creative and learn something new!
SDG Challenge Card SDG 14
This activity is designed for SDG 14—Life Below Water. It encourages students to independently engage in real-life projects that enhance their understanding of conserving and sustainably using oceans, seas, and marine resources. Teachers should facilitate and guide but allow students significant autonomy to tackle challenges, fostering their ability to explore and learn through practical experiences. This method emphasizes developing independence and experiential learning, moving beyond traditional classroom instruction to cultivate real-world skills and knowledge.
Jump into the Upschool Challenge for SDG 14 – Life Below Water, and check out the exciting activities we’ve set up for you this week. Whether you pick just one challenge or give a few a try, tackle your tasks with enthusiasm, commitment, and a can-do attitude.
You can do these activities on your own, with friends, or with your whole class.
Learning about how to conserve and sustainably use our oceans, seas, and marine resources is crucial if you want to help create a world where we all think about our marine ecosystems in everything we do.
Spin the Wheel and Write a letter to a World Leader
Each week we are going to ask you to write to one of the world’s most powerful people. Click the wheel to spin, wait until it stops and then scroll down to find out how to contact your leader. (If you have already written to that person, please spin again.) Good Luck!
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Spin the Wheel and Write a letter To a World Leader
Every week offers students the exciting opportunity to select a world leader from our curated list and write to them about SDG 14 – Life Below Water. Students are encouraged to creatively suggest how these leaders can contribute to conserving marine life and promoting ocean sustainability.
Students can choose to send their letters via post or email, with all necessary details provided on the accompanying task card. The objective is to engage these influential figures, hoping to receive a response or possibly initiate a phone conversation or arrange a direct meeting. This activity fosters independence, sharpens critical thinking, and improves communication skills, aiding their future endeavours.
It’s important to acknowledge any responses received, as it provides students with a sense of accomplishment and affirmation that their voices are being heard.
Every week, you have the chance to connect with a global leader and discuss important issues. This week, our focus is on SDG 14 – Life Below Water. Start by reading my example letter to the Head of Marine Conservation USA try to use this example to help you write your very own letter.
After understanding the example, spin the wheel to find out which influential world leader you’ll be addressing. In your letter, share your thoughts on marine conservation and suggest ways they can help protect our oceans. Include famous quotes to add depth to your message.
Decide whether to send your letter by post or email, using the contact information provided on the task card.
Your goal is to write a letter that clearly expresses your ideas and gets a response, starting a conversation. Use the tips provided to make your letter engaging and informative.
Good luck, and may your letter inspire real change!
Best of luck, and may your letter ignite meaningful change!
Including Positive Language in Your Letter
This week, students will write a letter to a world leader about SDG 14, focusing on marine conservation, using positive language to creatively highlight issues like ocean pollution and sustainable fishing.
This assignment encourages independent writing skills, pushing students to express their views positively and use encouraging language to deepen the impact of their message. They’ll practice articulating compelling arguments and engaging leaders, aiming to foster critical thinking and enhance their ability to initiate dialogue and inspire action.
This week, I’m preparing a special letter to send to Chris Hemsworth, focusing on SDG 14, which addresses Life Below Water. In my letter, I’ll be using positive language to highlight the importance of marine conservation and to make the reader feel encouraged and proud of their work.
Now, it’s your turn to craft a similar letter:
Imagine writing to a prominent leader or an influential figure about an issue related to marine conservation that you’re passionate about. We’ll make your letter unique by using strong, persuasive language.
You’ve already practiced writing clearly, supporting your ideas with facts, and connecting emotionally with your readers. Now, your challenge is to use powerful vocabulary to make your message even more compelling.
Consider these questions: How can using strong, persuasive language in your letter grab the attention of the leader you’re writing to? How will you use this language to engage your reader and inspire them to take action?
Get ready to start! Use my upcoming letter to Chris Hemsworth as inspiration to create a letter that not only effectively communicates your message but also encourages a response from the leader of your choice. This is your chance to express your thoughts and potentially spark change. Let’s make it impactful and inspiring!
Post Your Letter - The Power of the Pen
This activity engages students in hands-on learning by having them write letters to world leaders about important issues. It emphasizes determination, as students persistently send letters weekly until they receive a response, teaching resilience and the impact of their voice in global conversations.
The aim is to create impactful, attention-grabbing letters that resonate with influential recipients. Students are encouraged to blend creativity with formal writing skills, emphasizing persuasive language and personal expression. This practical exercise enhances their communication abilities and applies learning in a real-world scenario.
Once you have crafted your letter on the issues that you think are the most important, it is then time to send your letter out to the world and hope for a response.
Each week, we will send a letter to a different world leader in the hope that they will respond.
If they don’t, do not despair; keep going until you get a response and get your voice heard by those who can help you on your mission to make the world a better place.
Determination is key! Keep going.
My Digital Resume - Adding Experience #14
We’re guiding students in building a digital resume focused on their engagement with SDG 14: Life Below Water. Each week, students will add new experiences, beginning with designing an attractive cover page. This project underscores their commitment to conserving marine life and promoting sustainable practices, as well as their personal development.
With a customizable template, students can tailor their resumes to showcase their unique style. The completed resume will vividly highlight their efforts and achievements in fostering marine conservation, demonstrating both their dedication and their learning journey.
Each week, we’re crafting a dynamic digital resume that showcases our contributions to all the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This week, however, we’re honing in on SDG 14: Life Below Water. Think of your resume as a platform to display the initiatives you’ve been part of that aim to conserve marine life and promote ocean sustainability. These projects don’t just showcase your skills; they also demonstrate your commitment to protecting marine ecosystems and promoting sustainable practices.
Check out an example of my digital resume that includes detailed accounts of my efforts in this area.
This week, your task is to create a page that highlights the impactful work you’ve undertaken related to SDG 14. Once you complete this SDG Challenge, add your most recent projects about marine conservation to your resume. By the end, you’ll have a detailed resume that not only outlines what you’ve accomplished but also the significant impact and improvements you’ve contributed to.
Use our Canva template to design your resume in a way that reflects your personal style and makes it uniquely yours.
