When you have about 25 kids in class, it’s easy to use a lot of resources. I've complied 10 ways to be an eco-friendly teacher, just in case any of these might be slipped into your busy day. (= 1. Turn lights off when leaving the … [Continue reading]
Big Green Purse by Diane MacEachern is an oldie, but a goodie. Not super old, but it was published in 2008. The advice is still excellent today. Especially with all that's happening environmentally in our country, I think it's extremely important to … [Continue reading]
Have you heard of Recyclebank? Recyclebank is a website that I've been using for the last five years (off and on) that gives you points for learning about being eco-friendly. Their rewards are always changing, but currently you can use … [Continue reading]
I love to save money and the planet by using little containers for the snacks the kids take to school. If you use a snack-sized plastic bag every school day (let's say 180 days), at 5 cents per baggie, you would be spending approximately $9 on … [Continue reading]
What happens when you leave cotton candy in a jar without a lid? This science experiment for Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade explores what happens to cotton candy when it's exposed to air. This is an engaging and easy science experiment for … [Continue reading]