Educator Resources
Activities, lesson plans, books, and other resources relating to recycling, composting, and waste
The following resources are free. You may adapt the lesson plans and resources as needed to fit your specific classroom needs.
Check back soon for a place to upload your own resources and help us continue to improve our sustainable materials management education resources!
Composting & Food Waste
Landfill
How do Landfills Work? MI Dept. of Environmental, Great Lakes, & Energy (EGLE) Story Map
Landfill Waste Decomposition Timeline Activity Images
Landfill Waste Timeline Activity
Recycling
Recycling – The Quest For Less – EPA
School Initiatives
Green-Schools-Getting-Started-Checklist
Recycling Challenge – How To Guide
Student_Food_Waste_Audit_FINAL_4-6-2017
Waste to Energy
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