Did you know there are fun ways to help our planet? We can do this by learning to reduce, reuse, and recycle!
Reduce means making less of something. We can help our Earth by reducing the amount of trash we make. This means trying not to throw away too many things. For example, we can use both sides of a piece of paper before recycling it.
Reuse means using something again instead of throwing it away. For instance, you can turn an old jar into a pencil holder or use a cardboard box to make a fun craft project. Reusing helps us make less waste!
Do you know what recycle means? It means taking something old and turning it into something new. We can recycle things like cans, bottles, paper, and cardboard. When we recycle, these items can be made into new things, which is super cool!
Reducing, reusing, and recycling help our environment by creating less waste. This is good for our planet and all the animals and plants that live here. When we take care of our Earth, we make it a better place for everyone!
Can you think of ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle at home? Maybe you can use a reusable water bottle instead of a plastic one or make a fun toy out of something you were going to throw away. Every little bit helps!
Let’s all do our part to keep our planet happy and healthy!
Trash Treasure Hunt: Go on a treasure hunt around your home with an adult and find items that can be reduced, reused, or recycled. Make a list of these items and decide together which category they belong to. Can you think of a creative way to reuse one of the items you found?
Recycling Relay Race: Set up three bins labeled “Reduce,” “Reuse,” and “Recycle.” Gather some household items (like paper, plastic bottles, and old toys) and have a race with your family or friends to sort them into the correct bins. Discuss why each item belongs in its chosen bin and how it helps the planet.
Observation Journal: Start a journal where you draw or write about things you see in your daily life that relate to reducing, reusing, and recycling. For example, draw a picture of someone using a reusable bag at the grocery store or write about how you reused a cereal box to make a craft. Share your journal with your class or family to inspire others!
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Did you know we can do many things to help our environment? We can reduce, reuse, and recycle.
**Reduce** means to make less of something. We can help our planet by reducing the amount of waste we create, which means not throwing away too many items.
**Reuse** means to use something again. Instead of throwing something away, we might be able to use it for something else, which helps us reduce waste.
And you know what **recycle** means? It means to turn something old into something new. Many items we use can be recycled, such as cans, bottles, paper, and cardboard.
So how do reducing, reusing, and recycling help our environment? They help us create less waste, which is beneficial for our planet and all the creatures that live here.
Can you think of some ways you can reduce, reuse, and recycle at home?
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