Overview

Grade 4 Social Studies

Global Environments

Human Geography

14. Resource Use

14.1 Natural Resources

Explore Natural Resources and How We Use Them

You will discover how Canada's forests, minerals, water, and crops are used every day and why protecting these resources matters for your future.

What You'll Learn

You will learn the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources.

You will discover how Canada uses forests, minerals, and water resources.

You will understand why protecting waterways and habitats is so important.

You will explore how recycling and conservation help preserve our resources.

What You'll Practice

You will identify renewable and non-renewable resources from real examples.

You will answer questions about Canadian regions and their key resources.

You will practice explaining why conservation protects resources for everyone.

Why This Matters

Understanding how natural resources are used and protected helps you make responsible choices that keep the Earth healthy for you and future generations.

This Unit Includes

1 Video lesson

Practice exercises

Learning resources

Skills

Natural Resources

Conservation

Renewable Resources

Sustainability

Recycling

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