1. Opt for sustainable school supplies
Choose notebooks made from recycled paper, non-toxic crayons, and eco-friendly markers. Before shopping, check what you already have at home—often, last year’s unused supplies can still be put to good use.
2. Pack eco-friendly lunches
Replace single-use plastics with reusable containers, snack bags, and stainless-steel water bottles. Cloth napkins and waste-free lunch gear make a big difference, and healthy organic snacks add to the impact.
3. Walk, bike, or carpool
Cut down on emissions by choosing active transportation whenever possible. If driving is necessary, carpool with neighbors or coordinate school runs to reduce fuel use.
4. Support green practices at school
Encourage your child’s school to embrace sustainability—whether through recycling, composting, energy efficiency, water conservation, or even starting a school garden.
5. Buy organic and fair-trade snacks
Organic snacks minimize pesticide exposure, while fair-trade products support sustainable farming and fair wages. Both are healthy, planet-friendly options for lunchboxes.
6. Choose eco-friendly clothing
Select back-to-school clothing made from organic cotton or recycled materials. These options are durable, comfortable, and much gentler on the planet.
7. Encourage your child to become an Earth Ranger!
Joining Earth Rangers empowers kids to take real action for the environment. Members access fun missions, challenges, and resources that help them become leaders in their homes, schools, and communities.
