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Use these discussion questions with your classroom after students do one of these activities.

Grades K-3

Learning about plants: Nature self-portrait

What are some of the plants that grow in your backyard?
What are some of the animals that live around your house and neighborhood?
How can we help take care of the earth?

Grades 4-6

Reducing waste: Making a reusable bag out of a t-shirt

Where does our trash go when we throw it away?
What are other things in your home that you can reuse and turn into new projects?
How can we help reduce trash in our homes, schools and community?

Grades 7-12

Saving energy: Making your home more energy efficient

What are ways that you can reduce energy use in your home today?
What are other ways you can reduce energy use?
What are some ways your community, state or businesses you go to are reducing energy waste?
How else can our communities cut down on energy use?

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