Many places around the world are already feeling the effects of anthropogenic climate change. The grandchildren of those alive today will probably feel a much greater burden. What can you do to ensure your future family is comfortable and safe? In this resource, you will explore the impacts of climate change on the U.S. and where your family may want to settle in the year 2063. You will explore climate change impacts on resources needed for living and the predictions of the likely impacts on places across the country. You will then determine the most important features to you and your family for a safe and healthy life. Once you have decided what is needed, you will select a plot of land to purchase that will have a high likelihood of shielding you all from climate change effects. Finally, you will defend your choice using actual climate and real estate data.

Educators, be sure to review the Teaching Guide and the Conclusion & Presentation section of this document.

Materials For Online Implementation:

— Computers with Internet Access

— Climate Future Student Guide

— Regional Climate Model Resource document

— Microsoft Word (or Google Docs)

— Microsoft Excel (or Google Sheets)

— Microsoft PowerPoint (or Google Slides)

Timing:

— Small groups of three or four (recommended): three to four 50-minute class periods

— Individual students: seven to ten 50-minute class periods

Learning Target: Students will select a plot of land to purchase that would have a high likelihood of shielding their family from negative climate change impacts and provide an environment that could independently sustain habitation.