Climate change
Climate change means that the Earth’s weather is changing over a long time. The world is getting hotter, and this affects nature, people, and animals.
What do we celebrate on November 3rd and November 4th?
November 3: Separation Day (Panama’s separation from Colombia)
November 4 :Flag Day (celebration of Panama’s national symbols)
What is an endangered animal?
An endangered animal is a species that is at risk ofdisappearing forever.
What Is Recycling?
Recycling means taking materials that have already been used and turning them into new products instead of throwing them away.
How many total voyages did Columbus make to the Americas?
4 voyages
What is the difference between weather and climate?
Weather is what the atmosphere is like today, while climate is what the weather is like over many years.
What do we celebrate on November 5th and November 10th?
November 5 :Colón Day
November 10: First Cry of Independence of La Villa de Los Santos
What are some of the main reasons animals become endangered?
Loss of habitat: When forests are cut down or oceans are polluted, animals lose their homes and cannot survive.
Hunting: Some animals are killed for their fur, meat, or body parts, even when it is illegal.
Climate change: Rising temperatures and changing weather make it hard for some species to adapt.
What Is Reduce?
Reducing means using fewer resources and creating less waste in the first place. It focuses on making smarter choices before we even buy or use something.
What were the names of Columbus’s three ships on his first voyage?
The Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa María
What are 2 effects of climate change?
Ice melts in the North and South Poles.
Oceans rise
Weather changes
Animals lose their homes
What is celebrated on November 28th
November 28: Independence Day from Spain
Why does climate change threaten many species?
It changes temperatures and destroys habitats.
What Is Reuse?
Reusing means using an item more than once instead of throwing it away after a single use. It can also mean finding new purposes for objects that might otherwise become waste.
What was Columbus trying to find when he sailed west?
A new road to India
What are some ways you can help the planet?
Recycling, reducing, or reusing.
Who designed Panama’s national flag?
María Ossa de Amador
Mention at least 3 animal that are endangered.
What is the difference between reduce and reuse?
Reduce means using less to create less waste, while reuse means using an item again instead of throwing it away.
Which voyage of Columbus brought him to Panama?
In his fourth voyage
Why is climate change considered a global problem?
Because it affects all countries through weather, oceans, food, and health.
What is the name of the French Engineer that tried building Panama Canal and why did he fail?
Ferdinand de Lesseps and he failed because of the harsh conditions and sicknesses such as: Malaria and Yellow fever.
Why is educating people important for conservation?
Because people learn how to protect animals and nature.
How does reusing help reduce pollution?
Reusing helps reduce pollution because it lowers the amount of trash and reduces the need to make new products, which decreases air, water, and land pollution.
In which country did Christopher Columbus accidentally arrive while returning to Spain after his first voyage and what caused it?
After his first voyage to the Americas, a storm forced his ship to stop in Portugal