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Making Decisions: Packaging and the Environment Lesson PlanMaking Decisions: Packaging and the Environment Lesson Plan
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Making Decisions: Packaging and the Environment

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Students work in small groups to redesign the packaging of several common items. They attempt to reach the goal of 25% reduction in packaging materials currently used and explore the impact of various materials and designs in landfills and recycling efforts.

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recycling, landfills

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landfills, packaging, recycling, science
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Grade
9th - 10th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Year
2001
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Fine Print: Educational Use

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