Contextualization

Hello, young Geography explorers! Today, we are going to embark on a great journey of discovery to get to know our planet Earth and, more specifically, our environment. Have you ever stopped to think about what this expression 'environment' means? Well, it refers to everything that surrounds us: the air we breathe, the water we drink, the soil we step on, and, of course, all living beings that share this beautiful planet with us.

Have you ever wondered how Earth became this way, full of living things and such different places? Believe me, all of this has to do with our environment. It is what shapes and sustains life on Earth. It is the fertile soil that gives us food, the rivers and lakes that provide us with water, the forests that give us clean air to breathe.

Introduction

The environment is like a big puzzle, where each piece is essential for life on Earth. And that's exactly what we are going to learn in this incredible project: how each part of our environment fits and works. For that, we will divide our study into three parts: the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, and the biosphere.

The atmosphere is the layer of air that surrounds our planet. It is composed of various gases, such as the oxygen we breathe, and it is where weather phenomena occur, such as wind, rain, and the heat of the sun.

The hydrosphere is the part of Earth that is covered by water, that is, the oceans, seas, rivers, lakes, and even the water in underground aquifers. Water is essential for life on Earth, and most living beings are found in the hydrosphere.

Finally, the biosphere is the part of Earth where life is found. It includes all plants, animals, fungi, bacteria, and even humans. It is in the biosphere that all vital processes, such as feeding, reproduction, and respiration, take place.

Each of these parts of the environment is fundamental for life on Earth, and understanding how they work is the first step to learning how to take care of our planet. So, are you ready to embark on this adventure? Let's go!

Practical Activity: 'Environment Explorers'

Project Objective

The objective of this project is for students, working in groups, to become true explorers of the environment, deepening their knowledge about the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. In addition, students must create an illustrative map representing these three parts of the environment, which will be presented to the class.

Project Description

Students, divided into groups of 3 to 5, should research about the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere, collecting information from books, reliable websites, and educational videos. The groups should prepare an explanatory text about each part of the environment, highlighting their characteristics and importance for life on Earth.

Next, students should create an illustrative map, divided into three parts, representing the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. The map should contain drawings and images that represent the characteristics of each part of the environment, as researched by the group.

Required Materials

• Geography textbooks
• Internet access
• Cardboard or poster board
• Colored pencils, markers, crayons, etc.
• Glue and scissors
• Old magazines (for image cutting, if available)
• Ruler
• Eraser

Detailed Step-by-Step

1. Group Formation: Students should be divided into groups of 3 to 5 members.

2. Research: Each group should research about the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. It is important that students use reliable sources of information, such as Geography textbooks and educational websites.

3. Elaboration of Explanatory Text: After the research, students should prepare an explanatory text for each part of the environment. The text should contain information about the characteristics and importance of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Each text should be no more than one page.

4. Creation of the Illustrative Map: Using cardboard or poster board, groups should create an illustrative map divided into three parts: atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. In the map, elements representing the characteristics of each part of the environment, according to the research conducted, should be drawn or pasted (if old magazines are available).

5. Project Presentation: At the end of the deadline set for the project, each group must present their illustrative map to the class. During the presentation, students should read the explanatory texts they have prepared, sharing what they have learned about the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere.

Remember, young explorers, to work as a team, to divide tasks, and to respect everyone's opinions. Good luck on your journey of discovering the environment!