by Mariana Garcia, Herman Middle School
This is a WebQuest intended to get students thinking about how they can make informed decisions when it comes to important issues. Students will use the internet to research the environmental impact of using paper or plastic grocery bags. They will use this information to make an informed decision and display their opinion on a poster made of reused materials.
Introduction
Every time we go to the grocery store, the bagger asks this question. People have lots of different reasons for choosing one over the other. Some simply think about which kind they can reuse in their home, some think about which type is easier to recycle in their area, some simply think about saving trees or landfills, and some people may not care. Have you ever wondered if you are making an informed decision or even the right decision?