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Grades 9-12

What a Waste!

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SUBJECTS: Science, Social Studies

TOPICS: Ecological Footprints, Solid Waste

Resource Overview

Solid waste background reading: How do we deal with the growing problem of solid waste? This reading provides an overview of waste disposal options and the need for waste reduction.

Pile of garbage in landfill with birds flying overhead

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This reading must be purchased as part of a lesson packet or as part of a full curriculum that is available in our store.

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