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What is waste?

In this article you can learn about:

  • What waste is
  • How we can reduce or recycle waste

This resource is suitable for sustainability topics for primary school learners.

Video - What is waste?

In this video, join Albert the alien to learn about waste and how we can reduce, reuse and recycle waste.

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How you can reduce waste

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Waste is rubbish that is thrown in the bin or recycled. Recycle your rubbish so it can be made into something new. Paper, plastic, metal and food waste can all be recycled.

Rinse it first and make sure you put it in the right bin. Different coloured bins are for different types of waste.

You can reuse waste to turn it into something new.

Cereal boxes can be used for art projects. A glass jar can be used to collect spare change.

Reduce the amount of waste you create. Instead of wrapping sandwiches in cling film or foil, use a small, reusable lunch box or an empty butter tub.

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Fill in the gaps

Try this activity to check how much you know about recycling and reusing waste.

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