Spark your thinking!
1. Set up your social studies mini spark recording page: #21: The Floating City of Rotterdam
2. Watch this introduction video. Record each of the places shown on your recording sheet.
3. Read this article and answer 4 of the the questions with 3+ sentences. Remind your teacher that the answer key can be found in the social studies mini spark folder.
- What historical event led to the creation of the Delta Programme in the Netherlands? Explain the significance of this program in flood management.
- How does Rotterdam’s innovative architecture contribute to its ability to manage rainwater? Provide specific examples from the text.
- Explain how the Floating Farm operates. What technologies are used to support food production on the farm?
- What unique features do Wikkelboats offer to guests, and how do they reflect eco-friendly living?
- How does the design of the Floating Office Rotterdam (FOR) incorporate sustainability? List at least two design elements mentioned in the text.
- In what ways do the innovative projects in Rotterdam reflect the city’s response to climate change and flooding challenges?
- Based on the text, how do these unique architectural projects enhance the experience of residents and visitors in Rotterdam?
4. Go to this link to read an article about the floating park. Write 5-10 details about the park on your recording sheet. Include information about how this park is helping to save the environment.
5. Learn more about floating farms. Record 3-5 reasons you like this idea, 3-5 questions you have, and 3-5 things you don’t like about floating farms.
6. Share your social studies mini spark recording page with your teacher/EY coordinator.