School Resources & LEARNING
Schools and teachers have the ability to make a tremendous impact on their students and the community at large. In reading about zero-waste living and environmentally sustainable approaches I have come across some really progressive teachers leaving an indelible imprint on their students. There are so many teachable moments in life. Teaching sustainable living and environmentally friendly approaches can be a powerful tool in cultivating a better future for all.
Field trips and getting outside are really good ways to help kids feel connected to nature. Providing a setting for kids to see what nature has to offer encourages a love of nature then caring for the environment is a natural motivation.
Kids are capable of so much; it is beneficial to enlist their help and listen to their ideas. They can be involved in coastal cleanup, earth day challenges, volunteering, and forming their own environmental clubs. Look no further than Greta Thunberg. Children are the future. Spend time with them, nurture thoughtful conversations about the environment, sustainability, waste, compassion, and how to be good stewards of the land.
READING | BOOKS | VIDEOS
30 Inspiration Books for Raising Outdoor Kids | Backwoods Mama | December 27th, 2018
How Beach School help children learn without realizing it | BBC | May 14th, 2019
The best books about green living for children of all ages | Zofia Niemtus |The Guardian
The Story of Cosmetics | The Story of Stuff Project
The Story of Microbeads | The Story of Stuff Project
The Story of Microfiber | The Story of Stuff Project
What are the best eco books for children and teens? | Emily Drabble | The Guardian
Where Your Plastic Ends Up- The Story of Plastics | The Story of Stuff Project
CLASSROOM & LEARNING TOOLS
8 Ways To Teach Climate Change In Almost Any Classroom | Anya Kamenetz | NPR | April 25th, 2019
How to get involved with conservation | Facing the Future
Plastic-Free July Inspiration: Zero Waste Classroom
Single-use plastic: Eco party packs help cut plastic waste | Lucy John | BBC News | April 21st, 2019
Ducksters | Educational Site | Environmental Facts for Kids
Students create eye-opening works of art to bring awareness to plastic pollution | WIBV4
Waste Free Activities Ideas for Schools
Zero Waste Teacher | Less Waste World
GETTING INVOLVED
California Costal Commission | Costal Cleanup
Costal Conservancy | International Costal Cleanup
Roots & Shoots - a Jane Goodall organization
MISC.
School Lunches | Backpacks | School Supplies
RESOURCE SITES
Cafeteria Culture | Environmental Education for Schools
Composting for Schools | Cornell Waste Management Institute | Cornell University
Cool California | Schools - Resources for schools to stop global warming and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Empowerment Institute | Journey For The Planet
Save Our Water - California water saving campaign.
