Trashless Lunch Challenge
Grade 4 Environmental Science Reducing Lunch Waste for a Better Planet
What Happens to Our Lunch Trash?
Think about yesterday's lunch... What did you throw away? Where do you think it all goes?
The Problem with Lunch Waste
Plastic wrappers take 450+ years to break down Juice boxes and pouches pile up in landfills Animals can mistake trash for food We can make a difference with small changes!
Trash vs. Treasure Sorting
Look at these lunch items Which ones are 'Trash' (single-use)? Which ones are 'Treasure' (reusable)? Let's sort them together!
Smart Lunch Swaps
{"left":"Plastic bags → Reusable containers\nJuice boxes → Refillable water bottles\nPlastic wrap → Beeswax wraps or containers","right":"Disposable utensils → Reusable utensils\nPre-packaged snacks → Fresh fruits and homemade treats\nPaper napkins → Cloth napkins"}
Brainstorm Session: Your Ideas
Work with a partner Think of creative ways to reduce lunch waste Consider: containers, packaging, food choices Share your best ideas with the class!
Set Your Personal Goal
Choose ONE change you can make this week Examples: Use a reusable water bottle Pack snacks in containers instead of bags Bring a cloth napkin Write your goal and keep it visible!
Remember
Small changes by many people create BIG environmental impact! Every reusable container matters You have the power to make a difference