Beach or Schoolyard Clean-Up

Teach care for the environment through hands-on community action

• Child-size gloves
• Collection bags
• Grabber tools (if available)
• First aid kit
• Sorting containers for recyclables
• Camera to document

1. 1Choose safe area for cleanup (schoolyard or accessible beach area)
2. 2Arrange for adequate adult supervision
3. 3Prepare safety instructions
4. 4Get permission for off-site activities if needed

1. 1Explain safety rules: only pick up safe items, use gloves, stay with group
2. 2Assign children to small groups with adults
3. 3Collect litter in designated area
4. 4Sort items into 'recyclable' and 'non-recyclable' containers
5. 5Discuss: 'How does litter hurt plants and animals?'
6. 6Celebrate the positive difference they made