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Which subject	English
What age group	Doesn't matter
What topic	Recycling
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Introduction

Welcome, students! Today we're going to talk about the importance of recycling in our daily lives.

Warm-Up Activity

Let's start with a fun and engaging activity to get our minds thinking about recycling. I'm going to show you a series of pictures and I want you to guess what they have in common.

(Show pictures of a soda can, a newspaper, plastic bottles, etc.)

Great job! You guessed it - all of these items can be recycled!

Discussion

Now, let's dive a little deeper into the topic of recycling. Why is it so important? What can we do to make sure we're doing our part to protect the environment?

First, let's define recycling. Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects. By doing this, we're able to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and conserve natural resources.

But how does recycling actually help the environment? When we recycle, we're able to:

• Conserve natural resources like timber, water, and minerals
• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change
• Create jobs in the recycling industry

It's important to remember that recycling isn't just about tossing items into a bin and calling it a day. We need to make sure we're recycling properly so that these items can actually be turned into new materials.

Activity

Now, let's put our knowledge into action! I want you to go home tonight and take a look around your house. Find five items that can be recycled and bring them back to class tomorrow. We'll sort them into the correct bins and talk more about the recycling process.

Conclusion

Thank you for learning about the importance of recycling with me today. Remember, every little bit counts when it comes to protecting our environment. Let's make sure we're all doing our part to reduce waste and conserve resources!