How to Raise an Environmentally Conscious Child

Environmental responsibility is upon all of us and is something that we must take seriously for a safe planet for us and future generations. While it seems like a huge challenge, we can make a difference to the impact of climate change by all contributing in whichever way we can. That might be by driving less, reducing waste, or simply educating our children on the issue. If you would like to learn more about how you can raise your child to be environmentally conscious, keep reading as we have tips from a pre-prep school in Southgate below.

Explaining Climate Change

Climate change can be complicated to get your head around but is essentially a change in atmospheric conditions. As we emit harmful gases, they insulate the earth and act as a blanket which creates what is known as the greenhouse effect. The sun gives us heat and all living things energy, but as we have this blanket, there’s not much way for it to be released which leads to the earth becoming warmer and warmer. While some of us may appreciate this extra sun, it’s hazardous to humans and animals. Arctic ice caps melt, and floods and other natural disasters become more common. This is a short but detailed explanation which can help children understand why they must take care of the planet.

Grow Your Own

Growing your own fruit and vegetables is sustainable for the planet as fewer emissions are released into the atmosphere for food consumption. You can also give back to the planet by growing plants that absorb CO2.

Walk to School

The trip to school and back is something which you do 200 days a year. That’s a whole lot of Co2 and nitrous oxides that you can save by walking to school.

Recycle

When you’re done with something like a plastic bag, don’t forget, it can be recycled!

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