Reduce
This is what happens when we use less of something to help the environment.
This means using something again instead of throwing it away.
What is reusing?
This process turns used materials into new products.
What is recycling?
This means keeping something safe from harm.
What is protecting?
This is something harmful introduced into the environment.
What is pollution?
Name one way a 3rd grader can reduce waste at school.
What is using both sides of paper, bringing a reusable water bottle, or using a lunch box instead of disposable bags?
Name two items you can reuse at home.
What are water bottles, shopping bags, or containers?
Name three materials that can be recycled.
What are paper, plastic, and aluminum?
Name one way to protect animals in nature.
What is not littering, keeping habitats clean, or not disturbing wildlife?
Name one way a kid can be an environmental hero.
What is recycling, picking up litter, or telling others about conservation?
Explain why reducing water use is important for our planet.
What is conserving limited water resources and protecting the environment?
How can you reuse old clothes?
What is donating them, making cleaning rags, or creating craft projects?
Why is recycling important for our planet?
What is saving resources and reducing waste in landfills?
How can you protect water sources?
What is not polluting, picking up trash, or using less harmful chemicals?
What are the three R's of environmental protection?
What are reduce, reuse, and recycle?
How can reducing car trips help the environment?
What is decreasing air pollution and saving energy?
Explain how reusing helps the environment.
What is reducing trash and saving resources?
Explain the recycling symbol and what it means.
What is a sign showing something can be recycled and should be put in the recycling bin?
Explain why protecting trees is important.
What is providing oxygen, preventing soil erosion, and creating habitats?
Explain how small actions can make a big difference for the environment.
What is showing how individual choices can collectively impact conservation?
Describe three specific ways to reduce waste in your home.
What are turning off lights when not in use, taking shorter showers, or using fewer paper towels?
Design a creative way to reuse something that would normally be thrown away.
Answers will vary (creative recycling project ideas).
Describe the recycling process from collection to new product.
What is collecting, sorting, cleaning, processing, and making into new items?
Describe a complex environmental protection strategy.
What is creating wildlife reserves, passing environmental laws, or global conservation efforts?
Design a community project to help the environment.
Answers will vary (creative environmental protection plans).