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As a class, sit in a circle and complete the sentence:<br>'I learned that recycling is important because...'

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Explain what recycling means in simple terms:
- Turning used materials into new things instead of throwing them away
- Show examples of common recyclable materials: paper, plastic, metal, glass
- Briefly explain why recycling helps: saves trees, uses less energy, reduces waste in landfills

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Throughout the lesson, observe student participation in discussions and check their sorting accuracy during the guided practice activity.

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Play the 'Recycle Round-Up' game on the Eco Kids website to practice identifying recyclable materials.

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Help clean up the park! Your job is to sort the stuff people throw away and put it in the proper bin. Is it recycling, compost, or trash? Get facts about climate change and tips on how you can help save the earth.

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Help clean up the park! Your job is to sort the stuff people throw away and put it in the proper bin. Is it recycling, compost, or trash? Get facts about climate change and tips on how you can help save the earth.

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Thumbs up thumbs down Quick Quiz (1 min)

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Thumbs up thumbs down Quick Quiz (1 min)

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Thumbs up/down questions:
1. Can we recycle paper?
2. Can we recycle food waste in regular recycling?
3. Does recycling help our planet?

4.Should you empty and rinse before recycling

5. Do clothes and shoes go in with house hold recycling?

6. Will you recycle in the future ?

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By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
- Explain why recycling is important
- Identify at least 3 common materials that can be recycled

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Students can...
✓ Name at least three recyclable items
✓ Explain one reason why recycling helps our planet
✓ Sort objects into 'recyclable' and 'non-recyclable' categories

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Students individually draw and label 3 items from their home that can be recycled on a mini-whiteboard or paper.

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Visual support: Provide picture cards of common recyclable items for students who need additional help identifying materials.

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Before leaving, each student names one item they will look for at home that can be recycled.

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What We Covered

What recycling means and why it matters for the environment.

The difference between recyclable, non-recyclable, and reusable items.

Everyday examples of recycling at home, in school/college, and in the community.

How small changes (like separating waste or reusing bottles) make a big difference when everyone does it.

Key Takeaways for Learners

1. Awareness: Recycling reduces waste going to landfill and helps protect natural resources.

2. Practical Action: Simple daily habits like rinsing bottles, reusing bags, and sorting waste correctly.

3. Responsibility: Everyone plays a part in looking after the environment, not just councils or businesses.

4. Future Thinking: Recycling connects to bigger issues like climate change and sustainability.

Reflection Questions for Learners

What is one item you can recycle at home but usually forget to?

How could recycling in college or at home be made easier?

If everyone made one small change, what impact could it have?

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Task

You are challenged to sort everyday items into the correct bins. Work as a group or individually.

Instructions

1. Look at this list of items:

Plastic bottle (with lid)

Plastic bottle (without lid)

Aluminium can

Clean cardboard (cereal box)

Greasy pizza box

Tin foil (clean)

Tin foil (food-stained)

Glass jar

Magazine

Cling film

Yoghurt pot

2. On Padlet, create 3 columns:

Recycle

Reuse

General Waste

3. Drag or write each item into the column where you think it belongs.

4. After everyone has sorted their items, look at each other’s answers. If you disagree with someone’s choice, add a comment explaining why.

Debrief Questions (to add as prompts on Padlet)

Which items were the easiest to sort?

Which items caused the most confusion?

Did anyone change their mind after seeing someone else’s answer? Why?

What’s one new thing you learned about recycling today?

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In groups/breakout rooms work together on these questions.

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Be heard, collaborate, and share ideas—make meetings and classes more engaging with real conversations.

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Creative a poster to promote the benefits of recycling.