Climate Changes MI Heath-Michigan Ticks
Provided by: Michigan Department of Heath and Human Services|Published on: December 12, 2024
Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Type: Articles/Websites
Subjects: Biology, Health
Authors: Michigan Department of Heath and Human Services
Region: Michigan
Languages: English
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Synopsis
- This printable infographic provides an overview of the health impacts and increased prevalence of ticks and Lyme disease in Michigan.
- Students can analyze maps and graphs and read quick facts about the relationships between ticks, Lyme disease, and climate change.
Teaching Materials
Positives
- MiTracking, the linked data source, is a user-friendly database.
- This resource is packed with information without being overwhelming.
Prerequisites
- Students should understand climate change and its causes.
- It may help students to have some prior knowledge about ticks in general.
Differentiation & Implementation
- Students can use this resource as inspiration for creating an infographic about a climate change impact that is important to them.
- Students can practice data analysis and reading graphs and charts with the MiTracking website.
- After reading through this resource, students can research the health impacts of Lyme disease.
- After discussing this resource's call to action, students can research or brainstorm ways they can help slow climate change.
This resource describes how climate change has increased tick populations in Michigan, leading to greater disease risk. Several clear figures are included with sources well-cited. The linked MiTracking site allows students to access data via an easy interface and produce clear graphs and maps. This resource highlights a consequence of climate change and is recommended for teaching.
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