(s) Students will understand that climate varies over time. Students will know that changes in climate can affect the organisms that live in the affected area. Students will be able to collect data and monitor climate variables in their own area and make comparisons with historical data. Essential Questions: What is global warming? (the rise in average global temperature) What effects does global warming have? (Can effect ice melts, sea level rise/fall, changes in precipitation, changes in plant/animal habitats) What can we do to prevent global warming? ( Improve energy efficiency, carbon sequ