Rubbish

During early childhood, children form beliefs about rubbish. Early childhood educators can help shape children's understanding of rubbish to include safety and sustainability perspectives.

There are some things children generally shouldn't touch, like dog poo or broken glass. But educators can teach children the value of rubbish that can be recycled or reused. Items that are broken can be repaired or turned into new things. And unnecessary rubbish can be refused or reduced in the first place.