Light pollution (non-statutory)
I can explain what light pollution is and how it can affect living things.
Light pollution (non-statutory)
I can explain what light pollution is and how it can affect living things.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Light pollution is the presence of too much or unnecessary light made by humans.
- Light pollution can disrupt human sleep and wildlife patterns.
- Urban areas with greater populations create more light pollution.
- Some rural areas in the UK are named ‘Dark Sky’ sites, where their light pollution is low.
- Some organisations are campaigning to tackle light pollution and improve the night sky for people and wildlife.
Keywords
Light pollution - Light pollution is unwanted human-made light that has a negative effect on the environment.
Urban - An urban area is an area where many people live and work close together such as a city or town.
Rural - Rural areas are found in the countryside. They are areas with fewer people and homes.
Population - A population is all the people living in a particular country, area, or place.
Campaign - A campaign is a planned set of activities that people carry out in order to achieve something.
Common misconception
Pupils may not know that light pollution exists nor its impact on humans and other living things.
An explanation of light pollution and its potential negative effects on humans and other living things.
To help you plan your year 3 science lesson on: Light pollution (non-statutory), download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
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