All the living things and the characteristics of th

we live (temperature, humidity, soil, etc)

POLLUTION

DEFORESTATION

EXTINCTION OF ANIMALS

DESERTIFICATION

HABITAT LOSS

The accumulation of
harmful
substances
on the ground, water
and
air
causes

pollution.

Dissapearance
of
forest, cutting down
of trees, pollution and
fires
cause
Desertification.

Habitat loss

The
transformation of
some landscapes
into desert areas
when the soil
becomes dry and
poor is called
desertification

occurs when
natural areas are
destroyed to
make room for
housing or
industry.

Excessive
development,
hunting, fires and
other actions
cause extinction

of animals.

Many environmental problems are caused by human

actions. That is why we are responsible for finding solutions
to these problems.

1.Reduce
pollution:
reduce the amount
of garbage we
produce.

2. Avoid cutting down

trees: we can plant trees in
agricultural areas or
substitute wood for other
materials.

3. Outlaw the hunting of

animals: if animals are in
danger of extinction.

4. Protect specific natual areas: they

are important becuase of their natural
resources. Hunting and cutting trees must
be forbidden.

1. What is the environment?

All the living things and the characteristics of the area where they live
(temperature, humidity, soil, etc)

2. Mention some of the problems according to each picture.

POLLUTION

EXTINCTION OF ANIMALS

DESERTIFICATION

3. What is the difference between Deforestation and Desertification?

Deforestation is the cutting down of trees and

dissapearance of forests.
Desertification is the transformation of some
landscapes into desert areas.
4. Which are the possible solutions for the environmental
problems?

Protect natural
areas

Reduce amount of
garbage

Avoid cutting
down trees.

4. Can children do something to help with these

problems?
YES!

Use all sheets in your notebook.

Turn the tap off while brushing your teeth.

Turn TV off when not watching it.