Caring for Our Environment
Children learn about the importance of keeping their school and neighborhood clean and healthy.
Key Questions
- Explain why it is important to keep our environment clean.
- Identify ways we can help care for our school grounds.
- Predict the impact of litter on our neighborhood.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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