Exercise 1: ⇱
Protect Our Oceans, Start at the Beach!
Let's explore what we can do to protect our oceans whenever we visit the beach.
Facts and figures: Plastic pollution has affected marine life and ___(1)___ coastal ecosystems. Every year, we ___(2)___ eight million tonnes of plastic waste into the ocean. This threatens the lives of more than 700 marine species.
Positive action!
● Choose reusable bottles, bags, and containers instead of single-use plastic. This reduces the ___(3)___ of plastic waste ending up in the ocean.
● Don’t throw trash on the beach. ___(4)___, taking food in plastic wrappers, pack it in reusable containers. This helps keep beaches clean and safe for wildlife.
● Participate in beach clean-up events. You can ___(5)___ a significant difference by spending just a few hours collecting trash.
● Make sure to ___(6)___ your waste properly, and help others do the same.
Exercise 2: ⇱
Preserve Our Forests, Start in Your Community!
Let's see what actions we can take in our communities to protect forests and green spaces.
Facts and figures: Deforestation has destroyed habitats and ___(7)___ species. Every year, we lose13 million hectares of forests globally. This ___(8)___ a loss of biodiversity and increases carbon emissions.
Positive action!
● Plant and care for native trees. This helps restore local ecosystems and reduces the ___(9)___ of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
● Avoid products that contribute to deforestation. ___(10)___ buying furniture made from rare wood, choose items made from sustainable sources.
● Reduce paper usage. Recycle paper products and switch to digital alternatives when possible. This can significantly cut down the ___(11)___ of trees being cut down.
● Support organizations that work on reforestation projects. You can ___(12)___ a difference by donating or volunteering.