A - Les petits monstres de Mme Ramharry

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We discussed Needs vs. Wants, and decided on what we could do without for 24 hours - and what activities we could do in lieu. It was oddly tricky to convince certain individuals that being stuck to a screen wasn't essential to their survival!

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• En avez-vous vraiment besoin? A.pdf

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Activity: Quebec eco-footprint survey. Discussions: The students were very curious about the implications of using too much energy, and floored by how much they used at home.

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• A.pdf
• A1.pdf
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• A2.pdf

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Discussion - what goes where and how to recycle-reuse-reduce-reappropriate effectively. Activity - sort through your garbage for a week to determine where to put recyclables or what could be used in lieu of single-use items.

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• Défi à faire chez soi À.pdf

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We brainstormed as a class energy saving tips, and our secretaries elaborated the master list, which they decorated afterwards.

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• Trucs et Astuces A.pdf

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Discussions: Water shortages and the involvement of Canadian non-profits worldwide to support efforts to provide communities with potable water, food, medical support, shelter, etc. We also read the Water Walker (Joanne Robertson) and explored the work of the Women who walk for Water & Autumn Peltier.

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• Jeux d’eau (A).pdf

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We decided on an eclectic menu (with 2 desserts) that would require some assembly: -Sushi -Tacos - Chocolate Cake -Ice-cream. Then we wrote out recipes and imagined where the ingredients may have come from (how far some may have travelled). We discussed eating local and the 100km diet.

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• Notre dîner.pdf