Educational Resources
From science experiments to community outreach ideas, you’ll find lots of ways to actively engage your learners in all aspects of sustainability.
Science Experiments
Sustainability science explores the interactions between natural and social systems and how those interactions affect the challenges of sustainability. This field of research aims to answer the question, “How can we meet the needs of current and future generations while substantially reducing poverty?”
We’ve chosen to create science lessons that tackle this topic in a way that all age groups can understand, using simple household materials and a whole lot of fun!
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How to Make a Thanksgiving STEM Project + FREE Printable
Looking for a fun, free Thanksgiving STEM project that teaches kids the basics of sound waves? Check out my talking turkey STEM project that includes a free printable, guaranteed to cause your learners to gobble with delight! I am one of the homeroom moms for my daughter’s classroom. Since I am a former science teacher,…
Nature Activities
Foster a love to the natural world and demonstrate to students their interconnectedness with all life on Earth with these simple, hands-on activities.
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How to Make Simple, No-Bake Birdseed Ornaments with Kids
Do you want to foster a connection between your kids and the feathered friends that reside outside their window? Make these easy, no-bake wild birdseed ornaments with three simple ingredients. A perfect “tweet” for your backyard birds in Winter. Also included are free printable Valentine’s Day labels to attach to sandwich-sized brown paper bags –…
Up-cycled Art Projects
Demonstrate the value of raw materials and curate creative minds by utilizing items that would normally be recycled or thrown in the trash to create art that’s both functional and beautiful. Many of these ideas can also be utilized as excellent STEM challenges!
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How to Make Simple, No-Bake Birdseed Ornaments with Kids
Do you want to foster a connection between your kids and the feathered friends that reside outside their window? Make these easy, no-bake wild birdseed ornaments with three simple ingredients. A perfect “tweet” for your backyard birds in Winter. Also included are free printable Valentine’s Day labels to attach to sandwich-sized brown paper bags –…
Community Outreach
Provide learners with ways that they can volunteer in their community, work with others and build skills needed to become responsible global citizens.
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How to Empower Kids to Take Action Against Hunger: The Story of José Andrés
Are you looking for a way to empower kids to care about their communities? Introduce your learners to Michelin-starred chef José Andrés and his work to address hunger across the globe. This post contains affiliate links. If you choose to make a purchase, I thank you in advance for supporting my work to create free,…
