An engaging two-lesson classroom resource built around an original author-written story that helps pupils aged 8–12 explore environmental responsibility, responsible consumption, and the importance of caring for our planet.

Designed for approximately two 45–60 minute lessons.
PDF | 32 pages (including appendices)

This complete classroom resource includes two interconnected lessons based on the original story “Alice and the Iron Planet”. Through Reciprocal Teaching, discussion, reflection, and carefully designed classroom activities, pupils develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, environmental awareness, and responsible decision-making while exploring the impact of electronic waste and overconsumption on our world.

This resource includes:

• Original author-written fictional story
• Two complete lesson plans
• Teacher guidance
• Reciprocal Teaching activities
• Whole-class discussion questions
• Homework task

Learning themes:

• Environmental responsibility
• Responsible consumption
• E-waste awareness
• Sustainability
• Caring for the planet
• Critical thinking
• Decision-making

Suitable for:

• Ages 8–12
• English lessons
• Reading comprehension
• Environmental education
• PSHE
• Whole-class teaching
• Small-group work

Part of the Stories for Thinking and Growing series by Alexandra Olijnik.