Grading Period: Fourth Week 2: March 20-24, 2023

Theme: Personal and Social

Objectives: At the end of this module, you are expected to:

1. Show concern for the environment using your

knowledge and skills;
2. Develop environmental sensitivity and awareness in
your daily life.
Title: Protecting Our Planet Starts With You

References Online Reference:

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ways-to-help-the-environment.amp?
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Activity:

Good day Louisian STARs! I hope you are all in good condition. As we begin our 2 nd Week
of Fourth Grading, may we do good in all aspects and be an agent for change. I hope you
complete this grading term strong in mind and heart. Continue to give it your all, and I tell you
that it will all be worth it in the end.

For this week, you are expected to show concern for the environment using your
knowledge and skills and be able to share it with your community. May you inculcate in your
minds and apply in your daily lives all the things that you will learn for this week.

Simple Ways to Help the Environment

Students are constantly learning how they can make a difference in the world. There are
classes and clubs focused on various social issues, and these places teach students how they can
change these issues. One cause that has been popular in recent years is helping the environment

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 and preserving our resources. There are several ways that you – yes, YOU- can help protect this
planet we call Earth.

There are very easy steps you can take to become more environmentally friendly, even
as a student. Taking these steps will enable you to build a better future for yourself -- and the
next generations. Just follow these steps to start becoming more environmentally friendly right
away.

• Use Reusable Bags

Plastic grocery-type bags that get thrown out end up in landfills or in other parts of the
environment. These can suffocate animals who get stuck in them or may mistake them for food.
Also, it takes a while for the bags to decompose.

Whether you are shopping for food, clothes, or books, use a reusable bag. This cuts down
on litter and prevents animals from getting a hold of them. There are even some stores (such as
Target) that offer discounts for using reusable bags! These bags are useful for things other than
shopping as well. I have heard of people using reusable bags when they move! If you forget your
bags at home, buy a new one. Better yet, keep a couple of bags in your car so you never leave
home without them (just make sure you remember you put them there)!

If you are in a position where you need to use plastic bags, reuse them the next time you
go shopping, or use them for something else. Just do not be so quick to throw them out! There
are some states that are outlawing or charging extra for using plastic bags. Using reusable bags
helps the environment and your budget!

• Print as Little as Necessary

We have all had that teacher that wanted us to have a copy of every single reading when
we come to class or that professor who wanted a hard copy of the ten-page paper that is due
next week. These are fine but it seems as if they do not understand that using so much paper is
detrimental to the environment. What can you do? Ask your teacher if you can bring a laptop or
an e-reader to class so that you can download the reading onto that and read it from there. If
not, print on both sides of the page to reduce the amount of paper used. If you need to turn in a
long paper, ask the professor if it is okay to print on both sides of the page and explain why

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 you’re asking. Most teachers care about the environment as well and would be willing to allow
you to do so.

• Recycle

Recycling is such a simple thing to do, but so many people don’t do it. Many garbage
disposal companies offer recycling services, so check with the company you use to see if they
can help you get started! It is as simple as getting a bin and putting it out with your trash cans for
free! Also, check with your RA to see if recycling options are offered in your dorm. Another way
to recycle is to look for recycling cans near trashcans. Instead of throwing recyclables in the
trash with your non-recyclables, make a point to take an extra step to locate recycling cans
around your campus.

• Use Reusable Beverage Containers

Instead of buying individually-packaged drinks, consider buying a bulk container of the

beverage you want and buying a reusable water bottle. Not only will this help the environment,
but it will also help you save money since you are buying a bulk container. Many campuses offer
water fountains designed for drinking as well as for refilling reusable water bottles. Make use of
these fountains throughout the day when you finish off the initial beverage. Along these lines,
many restaurants offer reusable containers for drinks. If you go to a certain place a lot, consider
buying one of these containers to help minimize waste. A lot of coffee shops even offer a
discount to customers who use reusable containers for their drinks. Starbucks, as an example,
offers a small discount for customers who do this. Saving the environment and money? Win-win.

• Save Electricity

Use energy-efficient light bulbs instead of regular bulbs. They last longer, which will save
you a bit of money. Make you turn off lights, the TV, and other appliances when you are not
using them. Lower your air conditioning or heat when it’s not necessary. This is especially true
between seasons. Open your windows in the early fall or layering your clothes in the early fall.

• Save Water

Water is wasted more frequently than we can see. Turn off the faucet as you are
brushing your teeth. Don’t turn your shower on until you’re ready to get in and wash your hair.
Limit your water usage as you wash dishes. Changing old habits will be good for both the
environment and your wallet.

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 • Avoid Taking Cars or Carpool When Possible

Cars are harmful to the environment. Taking public transportation, walking, or riding a
bike to class are better options that help the environment and your budget, as well as getting
some exercise in! If you do need to use your car, compare schedules and places of residency
with those in your classes. You can split the cost of gas and have alternating schedules for who
drives when. This is cheaper than everyone driving separately and you’ll be closer to friends!

BONUS: Eat Vegan and Wear Reusable Masks

Try eliminating the amount of meat, fish, or dairy you eat each day. Doing this will help to
cut greenhouse gas emissions and reduce energy consumption. According to an Independent
article, you could reduce your "carbon footprint from food by up to 73 percent" just by
incorporating a vegan diet!

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 Activity Worksheet

Name: _______________________________________ Date: ________________

Grade and Section: __________________________

What Have I Learned?

1. What do you do with a piece of trash when there is no trash can near you? Answer in 2-3
sentences.

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2. What do you do to conserve energy? For example, do you turn the lights off when you
leave the room? Give at least 2-3 ways in conserving energy.

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 3. How important is nature to you? Explain your answer in 2-3 sentences.

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