Plastic

Famous Things

Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read about different types of plastic and the history of plastic use. This lesson includes vocabulary review tasks, comprehension activities, and discussion questions.

The lesson mentions the role plastic played in World War II weaponry.

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Focus

topic-based
academic
4-skills
innovation & technology
environment
history
interpretive

Vocabulary

ivory
brittle
alter
flexible
liquid
stain
stiff
wrap
durable
mold
key
insulate
detect
consumer
A spinning paper plane
A spinning paper plane