Encouraging low-er waste strategies virtually might actually cause spillover into a student’s home more readily than if it were taught at school. It’s at least worth a shot!
Assign outdoor learning activities. See Nature Studies Designed For Home for examples of outdoor activities for all ages.
Students can conduct a waste audit in their own homes.
Waste Audit that needs a scale (any grade)
Waste Audit without a scale (higher grades but can be simplified for younger grades)
Students can investigate composting at home through a wide range of activities. Give students an option to pick one that their home-life can support without needing to buy anything.
“Waste Free Wednesdays” can be a regular Zoom meeting while socializing or while you show short nature video clips (see “Food & Drink” for more information)
Include environmental heroes as options for research projects like Greta Thunberg, Jane Goodall, Rachel Carson including lesser known eco-warriors.
Earth Day, April 22, 2020 was celebrated solely online, which means there are lots of resources out there to use in 2021.