The Plastic Cycle Interactive

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Learning Outcomes

Grades 4 - 8

By the end of this activity, learners will be able to:
  • Explore the reason for having multiple waste management bins, and what can go in the garbage versus the recycling
  • Explain what the plastic cycle is and why it is important to be aware of
  • Explain what can be done to reduce the negative impacts of plastic in our environment

Curriculum Connections

Grades 4-8
  • AB Science Curriculum
  • ON Science Curriculum

Length of Activity

2 hours

Step 1+2: Intro to plastic waste (30 min)
Step 3: Interactive Plastic Cycle Infographic (30 min)
Step 4: Sequencing the story of the plastic cycle (30 min)
Step 5: Create a comic strip (30 min)

Materials List

Online Lesson Format