Maine Climate Literacy Plan 2025
Provided by: Maine Department of Education|Published on: August 1, 2025
Grades: K-12
Type: Articles/Websites
Subjects: Science, Social Studies
Authors: Maine Deparment of Education , Maine Environmental Education Association, and Govenors Office Policy of Innovation and the Future
Region: Maine
Languages: English
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Synopsis
- In this statewide plan from the Maine Department of Education and partners, educators are guided to integrate climate literacy across disciplines, with a focus on equity, student agency, and justice-centered learning.
- The plan outlines strategies for curriculum design, teacher professional development, and community partnerships, helping schools align climate instruction with Maine’s climate resilience and education goals.
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Positives
- The text in this resource is organized in a way that is easily accessible for readers.
- This resource provides useful resources and recommendations for teachers.
Prerequisites
- Some of the links in the Resources section are broken.
Differentiation & Implementation
- Teachers can use this as a reference for climate change curriculum in their schools and classrooms.
- College educators of pre-service teachers can use this resource for students to understand the importance of climate change education.
- The resources listed for SECTION 1.2 are ones that teachers can implement in the classroom to teach Maine-specific climate education.
- Civics or other social studies classes can refer to Appendix A to analyze and discuss the process of bringing a plan like this to fruition.
This resource from the Maine Department of Education outlines the state’s 2024 Climate Literacy Plan, highlighting the importance of teaching climate change across subjects, connecting with communities, and preparing students for future careers. It includes references to Maine-specific data and learning standards. While it’s not a lesson plan, it’s a helpful guide for educators looking to bring climate literacy into their classrooms.
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