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Earth Day Project
Time
- 20 to 30 minutes
Materials
- Common household objects
Directions
Earth Day is celebrated on April 22. In preparation for this day of ecological kindness, think of ways to do the following:
- Reduce: Buy products that are not over-packaged in individual servings; check household water usage for things like brushing teeth or washing hands.
- Recycle: Buy recycled-paper products; recycle newspapers; recycle containers to use for storage of leftovers instead of using foil or plastic wraps.
- Donate: Collect and give away old clothing or toys to charities.
Extensions
- Organize the family to celebrate Earth Day with a specific task.
- Organize a neighborhood activity with friends and plan several activities. Make and distribute informational programs ahead of time.
Copyright © 2004 by Susan Kettmann. Excerpted from The 2,000 Best Games & Activities with permission of its publisher, Sourcebooks, Inc.
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