Kidzdo - Green Ideas and Tips for kids

Green is a lifestyle, so get in on the day-today activities by doing your part.

Recycle and Reuse:

Use both sides of each piece of paper- for note taking or printing documents from your computer. Create note pads by stapling together once-used paper. When you have to use paper, use less. When you don't have to use them, DON'T!
Get creative! Make art out of old fabric, office and school supplies, or books; if you're not the creative type, find an organization that collects such materials for artistic purposes.
Don't throw away old books; donate them to libraries or school programs.
Instead of buying items new, save and reuse all: paper bags, rubber bands, boxes, and packaging material. Reuse your plastic bags, switch to cloth bags. There are plenty of options available, such as eco-friendly cotton bags. Click on Green tip to know how to make your own stylish bag.

Be Conscious With your Garbage:When throwing away garbage, know what is recyclable, consumable, and able to be composted. Also, when you purchase food or other items, be conscious as to how much waste it will produce. Separate your garbage, and be aware of what is toxic and should be disposed of with specific care.

Rather than using disposable paper towels, use rags, sponges, or towels to clean up messes or for cleaning
Rather than throwing away plastic containers that take-out food comes in, wash and save them to store leftovers, vegetables, or other food in
Use rechargeable batteries to reduce hazardous waste from dead batteries
Waste-Free Lunches: Be at your home or outside do not waste food. Always pack the remaining food whenever possible. You can reduce the amount of trash you generate. One of the best places to start is with lunch and snack waste -use reusable food containers/boxes; drink containers, utensils, and napkins. Reduce/discourage the use of disposable packaging, such as prepackaged foods, plastic bags, juice boxes and pouches, paper napkins, and disposable utensils.

Walk, carpool, van pool or take the bus to school. Share a ride with others, it means fewer people have to use gas, and when you walk or bike there is no fuel burned at all. Encourage your friends/Parents to understand the carbon emissions caused due to the lifestyles that they are following and there by create awareness among them. Click on Green tip to know how.

Save Water:

Turn off the water while showering and brushing teeth. Most people let the water run while soaping up or brushing, but that wastes water.
Take your car to a car wash that recycles water. If you wash it yourself, use a bucket and sponge and rinse sparingly.
Ban all drips. If you have a dripping tap or a leaking pipe in the house, ask your parents to replace /fix it. Every drop saved from leaking is every drop conserved

Save Energy

Turn off lights and appliances/electronics when not in use. No energy should be wasted. When you're not using lights or appliances/electronics like TV, computer, video games, etc TURN THEM OFF!
Ease up on the video games. Playing video games on both computers and systems uses a LOT of energy! That's why your system or computer feels hot afterwards! You can save on energy by going outside to play instead of sitting in front of the TV or computer screen. This activity uses more electricity than regular TV or computer useage, so it should be kept to a minimum.
Volunteer with community organizations that plant trees. Trees help us enjoy cleaner air and more beautiful landscapes. Locate a group in your local area or join hands with friends to form a group.

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TOGETHER WE LIVE THE GREEN DREAM.