Grades 9–12 (Kit)
See livestock production from every angle! These interactive On the Flip Side cards invite students to examine the environmental impact of raising livestock while considering multiple perspectives. By exploring connections between livestock production, culture, nutrition, traditions, geography, and technology, students develop a deeper understanding of the complexities within our food system.
Perfect for high school science, agriculture, or social studies classes, this activity encourages critical thinking and discussion about sustainability and the innovations shaping modern livestock production.
Kit Contents
- 6 sets of On the Flip Side cards
- 6 sets of Consider This cards
- Cards are color-coded for easy group organization
Lesson Plans
Use this kit with the featured lesson The Environmental Footprint of Livestock on the National Agricultural Literacy Curriculum Matrix. The lesson includes detailed instructions, background information, and a downloadable version of the cards.
Extend the Learning
Challenge students to research emerging technologies designed to reduce livestock’s environmental impact or to create a class debate on balancing food production with sustainability goals.
