Children's environmental education: small actions can generate big changes

In childhood, we learn values ​​and behaviors that will accompany us into adulthood and define us as citizens. Today's children will have to deal with major challenges — such as water scarcity, global warming and pollution — and make crucial decisions on issues involving the environment.

The sooner the topic is discussed with children, the greater the chances of awakening awareness of preservation. Therefore, education for sustainable living must start from an early age.

A environmental education aims to teach how to value, respect and recognize the importance of nature for humans, animals and the entire planet Earth.

The good news is that this can be done simply, with small actions taken at home and by educators. It is possible to take advantage of everyday moments to talk about the environment and sustainability with children. O Curto News selected some suggestions for you!

• Dispose of waste correctly and separate waste: explaining the reasons why it is important not to throw garbage on the street and separating waste makes the child understand the reason to carry out their actions;
• Save resources: Instruct children not to leave the lights on in their rooms and to save water when bathing. Explain that, with responsible consumption of water and energy, she will be saving the environment;
• Have a plant or vegetable garden at home: share plant care with children. This will create a link between them and the environment; It is
• Propose projects that talk about nature, plants and animals: How about suggesting carrying out research, reading books on the topic or even creating a collective garden? Thus, we encourage environmental education in practice!

Another suggestion is to watch, together with the children, the children's films and series that address the importance of sustainability and care for nature. Get these tips!

• For little ones: Bee Movie (2007), Wall-E (2008) and Rango (2011).

• For older children and teenagers: Extraordinary Garbage (2010), Salt of the Earth (2014), Organic Brazil (2013) and Toxic Water (2017).

Small gestures in everyday life can mean more aware and responsible citizens. Start changing the future today! 💚🌎

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