Plastics, packaging and sustainability teaching resources

Supported by Unilever, this workshop helps learners to think about plastics, packaging and sustainability.

Our dependency on plastic is increasing with drastic outcomes. As the climate crisis worsens, what effect is our use of plastics having on our environment? What can be done about it? And where should the responsibility lie? 

Ready-to-teach lessons about plastics and sustainability

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Each lesson contains

  • Ready-to-use, clear teacher instructions that are easy to follow and get started with
  • An accessible PowerPoint that's colourful, clear and student-friendly
  • Printable, engaging resources with instructions for how to present them
  • Keywords and definitions to break down new or challenging vocabulary
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    Oracy-focused activities about plastics and packaging

  • Bitesized, reliable information about sustainability 

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