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Students are introduced to the process of decomposition in a compost bin and classify found objects from their school grounds as biodegradable or non-biodegradable.
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Students use multiple sources of information to research reuse and recycling options for a variety of household goods.
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Students learn how trees are harvested to make paper and make recycled paper with reused newspaper.
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Students learn about different types of plastic by collecting and examining examples of plastic from home.
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Students learn about the lifecycle of a plastic product and the nonrenewable resources used to make it.
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Students learn about the natural resources used to make fabric and use math skills to make a quilt square from reused fabric scraps and old magazines.
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Students participate in making group decisions for identifying the best choice amoung four alternatives for reusing items.
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Students explore the 4Rs hierarchy by looking at the benefits of reusing a plastic bottle before recycling it.
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Students practice critical thinking skills while examining their own values related to reducing waste and the consumption of resources.
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Students learn how their waste can impact habitat for plants and animals.
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