doin The Big Recycling Hunt
We are challenging children aged 5 to 11 to join the Big Recycling Hunt! We want them to help us find the ‘lost recyclables’ that are going in the rubbish bin and return them to their right place: the recycling.
Step 1: Learn
Use our curriculum-linked Big Recycling Hunt slides to get started.
Step 2: Create
Find a way to spread the word about what you learned to your school community. How is up to you!
–Creative Spark? Design an eye-catching poster inspired by activist artists.
–Winning Writer? Take inspiration from the speeches of young activists and use your persuasive writing skills to make an information leaflet.
–Perfect Performer? Hone your presentation skills by making a short play or presentation using our fun creative prompts.
Step 3: Share
Send your work to us! [Jump to form below] It may be show-cased on the Action Pack website so your message wikk reach a wider audience, and you could win one of our exciting prizes!
Family challenge
This homework is not just for the children – the Big Recycling Hunt Family Challenge includes a range of fun options to get parents and children learning together!
Submitting your work
For posters, leaflets or
perrformance scripts:
To enter Upload a photo or scan using the entry form on the right. Please make sure that your child or pupils have written their first name only, school name and age on their posters. Use the text entry box on the right to include some information about what you are submitting.
For films:
Upload films to YouTube or Vimeo (as an unlisted video) and send us the links by copying them into the ‘Please describe your entry’ box in the upload form, including the child’s name(s). Please make sure that no faces or names appear in the films, and that you tell us the age of those you are submitting on behalf of.
Rather email it?
If you’d prefer, you can email us your work by writing to theactionpack@edcoms.co.uk – please be aware of email limits if sending mutliple or particularly large files!
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FAQs
Can children work together on their posters and films?
Yes, they can work on their own or in groups.
Can children submit more than one piece of work?
Children can enter as many examples of their work as you like.
When is the deadline for submitting work?
There is no deadline – you can submit work whenever you like!
How can I submit work?
See the Submitting your work section of this page.
What is the maximum file size for uploads?
10Mb (per file) – you can upload multiple files under this limit however.
Videos should be provided as a link on YouTube or Vimeo as per the instructions.
How can I send you my films?
Please upload your child or pupil’s films to YouTube or Vimeo (as an unlisted video) ad send us the links by copying them into the ‘Please describe your entry’ box in the upload form, including the child’s name(s).