The Three R's: Our Superpowers for a Cleaner Planet
Learn about the three magic words that help us look after our planet: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. We'll find out what they mean and how to become a recycling champion.
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Learn about the three magic words that help us look after our planet: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. We'll find out what they mean and how to become a recycling champion.
Key Questions
- Explain the difference between reducing, reusing, and recycling.
- Compare the journey of a plastic bottle that is recycled with one that is thrown in the general waste.
- Justify why reducing the amount of stuff we buy is the most important 'R'.
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