Analyze years of hard climate change evidence in minutes. Climatologists evaluate graphical data about climate change by answering questions. Scientists work collaboratively using a literacy cube or virtual die that directs them through a series of targeted questions using NASA-collected climate data.

Concepts

climate change, air temperature, graphs interpreting, temperature changes

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Instructional Ideas

• Have groups share responses to facilitate a larger discussion
• Ask investigators to brainstorm trends in graphs of carbon dioxide levels, sea levels, and arctic ice

Classroom Considerations

• Groups require either a constructed paper die or virtual die
• Each participant needs a copy of the worksheet 

Pros

• Includes guide for uploading the activity into learning management systems
• Provides leveled participant question sheets

Cons