teaching resources
We have developed educational resources that can be used and adapted in classrooms. The aim is to educate students about plastic pollution, its effects on marine ecosystems, and to inspire actionable solutions for reducing plastic waste.
These lesson packs explore six core themes: (1) plastic pollution background and overview, (2) Types of plastic and microplastics, (3) Sources of plastic and its life cycle, (4) Effects of plastic, (5) Plastic recycling and alternatives, and (6) Science and action.
These resources are versatile and can be tailored to your curriculum! We encourage you to adapt the lessons to suit your teaching style by combining lessons, skipping sections, or adjusting content as needed. Click here to see how they can fit into the Australian Curriculum (ACARA)!
In addition to the presentations, we have developed a variety of worksheets and hands-on activities (including a beach clean pack) to help students engage with key concepts.
lesson packs
basic introduction to plastic pollution
The basic introduction to plastic pollution presentations explores key themes related to plastic pollution and its impact on the marine environment.
While designed for upper primary and early high school students, the content can be easily adapted to suit a wide range of year levels.
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extension of plastic pollution themes
The extension presentations build on the concepts introduced in the Basic Introduction to Plastic Pollution sessions, offering opportunities for deeper learning. They explore more complex ideas and facilitate extended discussion topics.
Designed with high school students in mind, these presentations can be adapted to suit a wide range of year levels.
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North East ARNHEM LAND schools
These presentations are specifically designed for the unique context of North East Arnhem Land.
They include examples and discussion points highlighting the local impact and current state of plastic pollution along the coastline.
The sessions also incorporate the use of plastic recycling machines, seamlessly blending practical applications with theoretical learning.
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We’d love to hear how you use these resources in your classroom! For more information, please do not hesitate to contact us!
Run Your Own Beach Clean with Your Class!
Our beach clean packs are perfect for getting your students involved in hands-on environmental action. Can’t make it to the beach? No problem! These packs can easily be adapted for school yard clean-ups, a great alternative to make a local impact wherever you are.
We also encourage parents to use these resources!
