These are interactive online games developed by credible sources that may be used for online learning. Be reminded to be mindful of data usage of the games.
CLIMATE SCIENCE
- Climate Science
- Impact of Climate Change
- Adaptation and Mitigation
Explore Climate Kids Here
Earth Science Communications Team. (2010). Climate Kids [Computer Video Game]. NASA Jet Propulsion Technology, California Institute of Technology
IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Habitat the Game is designed to educate players about the effects that climate change will have on different species around the world while also encouraging players to examine how their own behaviors and ecological footprint will impact the planet.
Grade Level: 4-9
Subjects Covered:- Biodiversity
- Climate Change Impacts
- Ecological Footprint
Explore the Habitat Here
Elevator Entertainment. (2013). Habitat the Game [Computer Video Game]. Elevator Entertainment
Ice Flows is based on a simple ice sheet model which represents the way in which ice flows, and how that flow is altered by changes in the surrounding environment.
- Ocean Circulation
- Ice Shelf Collapse
- Sea Level
Grade Level: 4-9
Subjects Covered:See how Ice Flows Here
University of Exeter. (2016). Ice Flows [Computer Video Game]. British Antarctic Survey.
Surging Seas is a website with different set of maps and tools intended to identify and/or analyze sea level rise.
- Sea Level
Grade Level: 4-9
Subjects Covered:Check Surging Seas Here
Climate Central. (2012). Surging Seas. Climate Central.
ADAPTATION AND MITIGATION
This Ecological Footprint Calculator measures the demand of humans on the nature and its corresponding supply.
Grade Level: 7-12
Subjects Covered:- Ecological Footprint
- Biocapacity
Check you Ecological Footprint Here
Global Footprint Network. (2007). Ecological Footprint Calculator. Global Footprint Network
A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases that our actions accumulate.
Grade Level: 7-12
Subjects Covered:- Carbon Footprint
Check your Household Carbon Footprint Here
The Nature Conservancy. (n.d.). Carbon Footprint Calculator. The Nature Conservancy
Balay Kawayan is a simulation game wherein diners are provided with the carbon footprint equivalent to the food they ordered.
Grade Level: 7-12
Subjects Covered:- Carbon Footprint
- Sustainable Diner
Eat at Balay Kawayan Here
World Wide Fund for Nature. (2018). Balay Kawayan [Computer Video Game]. World Wide Fund for Nature.
Discover how to reduce food, water, and energy waste, and learn about the Circular Economy to extend the life of your stuff.
Grade Level: 4-12
Subjects Covered:- Energy
- Water
- Food
- Shopping
Eat at Balay Kawayan Here
World Wide Fund for Nature. (2018). Balay Kawayan [Computer Video Game]. World Wide Fund for Nature.
SIMULATION OF CLIMATE POLICYMAKING
The campaign is built around an internet and mobile-based video game, developed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) alongside experts in game development, climate science and public polling, in which players take on the role of climate policymakers and make decisions to try to keep global warming below 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Grade Level: 7-12
Subjects Covered:- Policy-making
- Public Opinion
Check Mission 1.5 Here
UNDP. (2020). Mission 1.5 [Computer Video Game]. UNDP.
The World Climate Simulation is a game which aims to explore different actions and measures to address climate change in the global level.
Grade Level: 7-12
Subjects Covered:- Climate Negotiation
- Conference of Parties
Check the World Climate Simulation Here
Climate Interactive, MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative, U-Mass Lowell’s Climate Change Initiative. (n.d). World Climate Simulation [Simulation Game]. Climate Interactive.
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
The Stop Disasters Game tackles the very real issue around the world of saving lives and reducing the financial impact that natural hazards cause when they turn into disasters.
Grade Level: 4-12
Subjects Covered:- Disaster Awareness
Stop Disasters Here
UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction. (n.d.). Stop Disasters [Online Game].
In this emergency preparedness game, players are introduced to safety precautions for a range of hazards including wildfires, tornadoes and tsunamis.
Grade Level: 1-10
Subjects Covered:- Disaster and Emergency Preparedness
Be a Disaster Master Here
Ready. DISASTER MASTER. [Online Game].
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