We all know the basics of recycling: bottles and cans go into one bin, paper into another, and trash into the garbage. In many schools, those habits develop naturally just by seeing the signage in cafeterias and classrooms. But helping students understand why we separate materials—and how that sorting helps reduce waste—makes the difference. Let’s explore how to engage students at different K–12 grade levels so they not only learn what to recycle, but also why it matters. K-3: Introduce the 3 R’s At this…
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