Recycling Around the World and in Cambodia
Learning Objective
At the end of this lesson you will be able to describe how recycling works in different countries and in Cambodia, recognise the role of edjai in recycling, and identify items that can and cannot be recycled.
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Learning Objective
At the end of this lesson you will be able to describe how recycling works in different countries and in Cambodia, recognise the role of edjai in recycling, and identify items that can and cannot be recycled.
What do you already know about recycling?
What is Recycling?
Recycling means turning waste materials into new products. It reduces waste, saves energy, and helps protect the environment.
Recycling Around the World
Different countries recycle in different ways. Some have advanced recycling plants, while others rely on local collectors and manual sorting.
Who are Edjai in Cambodia?
Edjai are people who collect recyclable materials from homes, businesses, and streets. The word comes from the Vietnamese 've chai', reflecting Cambodia’s recycling links with Vietnam.
What Can Be Recycled?
Non-Recyclable Items
Plastic bags, food wrappers, dirty containers, and some types of foam.
Paper, cardboard, plastic bottles, metal cans, and glass.
Recyclable Items
Why is Recycling Important?
Recycling saves resources, keeps our environment cleaner, and can offer jobs to local people like edjai in Cambodia.
Let’s Share!
Can you think of items at home that you can recycle? What about those you cannot recycle? Share your ideas with the class!
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.
