Clean and Green: The Importance of Litter Picking
Clean and Green: The Importance of Litter Picking
Learning objective
Lesson duration is: 15 minItems in this lesson
Clean and Green: The Importance of Litter Picking
Learning objective
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson, you will understand the importance of litter picking and how it benefits our environment.
What do you already know about the impact of litter on the environment?
What is Litter?
Litter refers to trash improperly disposed of in the environment. It includes items like plastic bottles, wrappers, and other waste.
Environmental Impact
Litter harms wildlife, pollutes waterways, and disrupts ecosystems. It can take years to decompose, causing lasting damage.
Community Impact
Litter decreases property values, attracts pests, and makes communities less appealing. It affects tourism and local economy.
Health Hazards
Litter can harbor disease, attract vermin, and create hazardous conditions. Broken glass and sharp objects can cause injuries.
Benefits of Litter Picking
Picking up litter improves aesthetic appeal, protects wildlife, and promotes healthier environments.
Get Involved
Join local clean-ups, educate others, and practice responsible waste disposal. Small actions lead to big changes.
Interactive Activity
Plan a class litter pick-up event. Assign roles, set goals, and decide on locations for clean-up.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
