Waste Management Activities With the Lorax

Title: Waste Management Worksheet Inspired by “The Lorax”
Suitable For: Various age groups
Purpose: Introduce and reinforce the principles of waste management, including reducing, reusing, and recycling, through engaging activities.

Activity: Exploring Waste Management Inspired by “The Lorax”

• Waste Activity Sort:
  Begin by cutting out the waste items at the bottom of the page.
  Paste each item into the correct category: Reduce, Reuse, or Recycle.

• Waste Management Cycle:
  Study the Waste Management Cycle diagram provided.
  Understand the different stages: Generation, Collection, Processing, and Disposal.
  Use this knowledge to complete the next activity.

• Writing Worksheet for Waste Management:
  Reflect on the waste items around you and consider effective management strategies.
  Write a brief paragraph describing one way to manage waste in each stage of the Waste Management Cycle: Generation, Collection, Processing, and Disposal.
  Utilize the space provided on the worksheet to write your responses.

Tools Needed: Scissors and glue for the “Waste Activity Sort” section. Writing materials such as pens or pencils.
Page Size: 8.5″x 11″ (Letter Size)

User Instructions:

• Waste Activity Sort:
  Cut out the waste items provided at the bottom of the page.
  Paste each item into the appropriate category: Reduce, Reuse, or Recycle.

• Waste Management Cycle:
  Study the diagram depicting the Waste Management Cycle.
  Familiarize yourself with the stages: Generation, Collection, Processing, and Disposal.
• Writing Worksheet for Waste Management:
  Reflect on the waste items you encounter daily.
  Write a paragraph discussing one method to manage waste at each stage of the cycle.
  Use the space provided on the worksheet to write your answers clearly and concisely.