Sustainability

Children become interested in sustainability when adults teach them how important it is. However, young children often observe environmental problems on their own. Early childhood educators can help children respond to these problems. They can teach children good habits for life and also support children to be environmental advocates.

Sustainability links with children's agency. They have a right to be heard and to make choices and decisions about issues that influence their world.

The educational benefits of sustainability include environmental awareness.

Learning opportunities

Explore types of sustainability

Children can learn about different types of sustainability:

• waste management.

Learning experiences

Research fashion design

Research fashion designers and the process behind creating clothes. Educators can explain that many designers are trying to help the environment through their choice of fabrics and processes.