Grades 9–12 (Kit)
What are the trade-offs and benefits of producing animal-source foods? This hands-on kit invites students to explore the environmental footprint of meat, milk, and egg production and more, while also examining the roles livestock play in our diets, economies, and cultures.
Perfect for high school science, environmental studies, or agriculture classes, this kit pairs posters, charts, and cards for fully interactive learning. Students investigate modern livestock systems, compare animal- and plant-based food models, and critically evaluate the environmental and nutritional implications of omnivore versus vegan diets—considering resource use, ecosystem health, and human impact on our planet.
Kit Contents
- Environmental Footprint of Food Poster
- Livestock Production System Cards
- Livestock Flowcharts
- On the Flip Side Cards
Lesson Plans
Use this resource alongside our featured lesson, The Environmental Footprint of Livestock, which offers background information, step-by-step activity instructions, and extension ideas to deepen students’ understanding.
Extend the Learning
Explore additional agricultural environmental lessons, career connections, and sustainability topics on the Curriculum Matrix.
