Too Good to Throw Away!
Grades: 3rd - 4th
Watch this quick video to learn more about Queen Creek’s recycling programs.
Welcome to Queen Creek’s Too Good to Throw Away!, a three-part recycling education program designed for 3rd-4th grade students to learn about and practice the 3Rs: reduce, reuse, and recycle – and have FUN in the process. The program includes a pre-visit lesson including a video, a one-hour, interactive class presentation, and a post-visit lesson, providing practical knowledge and skills that will help students make intelligent decisions now and in the future. Students receive an in-depth Conservation in the QC Activity Book filled with exciting activities and video links to reinforce newly acquired learning. The presentation and related activities are aligned with ADE standards. Queen Creek's Too Good to Throw Away! is sponsored by Town of Queen Creek and offered free of charge to schools within Queen Creek service boundaries.
To schedule Too Good to Throw Away! for your 3rd-4th grade students, click below. If you have questions, contact our Team at phoenix@eeexchange.org or 520-670-1442.
Program Materials
PRE-VISIT VIDEO
It is critical to show this video before your classroom presentation, so that students are prepared with the necessary vocabulary and content.
Download: Pre-Visit Lesson
Download: Post-Visit Lesson
Download: Program ADE Standards
Download: Teacher Background Information
PRE- & POST-VISIT LESSONS, STANDARDS, AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Note: Additional video QR Codes and URLs are included in the Conservation in the QC Activity Book to watch at school and/or at home.
