We all know plastic is a problem, but how do you get kids to care without sounding like a broken record? You can turn the message into an adventure by planning some fun activities this summer. Children do not just want to be told what is bad, their curious minds are always eager to delve deeper into the problem and find some solutions.

The best way to teach them about protecting the planet is by making it hands-on, creative, and fun. Here are five activities to help children understand the impact of plastic and teach them how to manage their waste:

1. Turn trash into treasure: Craft your own eco-art

Why you should do it:

Children love to make things with their hands, and this activity combines creativity with an important message, that is, not all plastic needs to end up in a landfill. When they turn plastic waste into art, they learn that everything around them can have a second life. Plus, it is a brilliant way to talk about how much plastic is used and discarded daily.

How to do it:

Gather a pile of clean plastic waste, such as old bottles, caps, yoghurt pots, straws, and packaging. Then, create a “recycled art station” at home. Lay out glue, markers, paint, scissors, and other crafting materials. Give the children a challenge, can they transform a plastic bottle........

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