UN Plastics Treaty

That's News to Me

High Int – Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

In this lesson featuring content from The Associated Press, students read about the UN's resolution to address plastic pollution. This lesson includes vocabulary, comprehension questions, a photo, and a speaking task.

Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading
interpretive
productive

Vocabulary

binding
unanimously
resolution
on track
fashion
framework
treaty
endorsement
bold
stable
A spinning paper plane