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193709 https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.2.N.193709 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0 2024-05 33 pages Raap, Ashley Sellner, Erin Sturgess, Jessica Barrett, The Honors College School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences School of Social and Behavioral Sciences Text "Lower Your Carbon Footprint" is an educational board game designed to engage children aged eight to twelve in learning about environmental awareness and sustainability. This abstract summarizes the development process, beta testing phase, and key features of the game. The game mechanics incorporate elements of chance and educational content, encouraging players to make informed choices and take action to mitigate climate change. Core components include Question cards that prompt discussions on topics such as global warming, carbon footprints, and renewable energy, as well as Lower Your Carbon Footprint cards that offer actionable steps to reduce environmental impact. In addition, Location cards depict relevant environmental sites such as polluted lakes and nuclear power plants, enhancing the game's educational value by providing visual context for environmental discourse. QR codes found on the cards lead players to an educational video that delves deeper into important topics. Beta testing revealed opportunities for refinement, leading to improvements such as the introduction of a spinner for faster gameplay, the adjustment of card quantities to prevent overload, and the inclusion of more optimistic content for QR code videos. Additionally, efforts were made to provide context for numerical information and help players visualize the scale of environmental issues. In conclusion, "Lower Your Carbon Footprint" represents an innovative approach to environmental education, blending interactive gameplay with informative content to inspire positive change in young players. Through its engaging design and thoughtful enhancements, the game aims to empower children to become informed and proactive stewards of the planet. Climate Change Board Game Carbon Footprint Lower Your Carbon Footprint: A Board Game Approach to Educating Children on Climate Change