Hands On

Everyday Ideas

It is ok if you or your friends can't take on a huge world changing project in Term 3.

 

It is the little things that all add up. Have a go at some of these easy things you can do every day to make a difference in your backyard, your community and your planet.

 

We'll update this page regularly so keep track of all the Easy Daily Good Green Deeds you do in your diary - and track the big difference that you can make EVERY DAY!

  • Locate It!

    Locate It!

    Search on environment or endangered species. Can you find your house or the closest national park using Google Earth?
  • Act it out!

    Act it out!

    Make a video for kids explaining how to get ready for extreme weather. Act it out!
  • Pick it up!

    Pick it up!

    Hold your own clean up Australia Day. Put rubbish in the bin - not on the ground.
  • Think about it!

    Think about it!

    From start to finish, map the lifecycle of something in your pantry.
  • Start a SWAP Club!

    Start a SWAP Club!

    Share books, cds, clothes and games.
  • Keep informed!

    Keep informed!

    Know what is going on by watching the news, reading websites etc
  • Warm Up!

    Warm Up!

    Wearing a jumper when it is cold (not using a heater).
  • Save it!

    Save it!

    Being careful with water when taps are running. Turning off taps so they don’t drip and report dripping taps to an adult.
  • Clean it greener!

    Clean it greener!

    Use old clothes as household rags for cleaning

You too can get involved...

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The Diary

The Diary

Learning about environmental problems and what part our actions play in them is important so that we can make wise choices in how we live our lives. Find out what you can do right now that will make a difference forever!

The Green Lane Diary is a curriculum linked education program designed by environmental educators to help 10-12 year old children become aware of the stresses our planet confronts and how sustainable living can make a difference.

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