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Clean Up Australia Day / Schoolyard Litter Clean-Up

Schoolyard Litter Clean-Up

Teams with gloves and tongs collect and tally rubbish around the grounds, caring for their space.

How to run it

  1. Give each team gloves, tongs and a bag.
  2. Agree on boundaries and safety rules.
  3. Collect rubbish and tally what you find.
  4. Share results and celebrate the clean space.

You will need

  • gloves
  • litter tongs
  • bags
  • tally sheets
Make it easier or harderYounger children work with an educator; older children lead team tallies.
SafetyWear gloves, never touch sharps or syringes, and wash hands afterwards.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2Cleaning shared spaces helps children contribute to their community.

Fits these theme days

Clean Up Australia DayEnvironmental DayEarth DaySustainable SuperstarsRecycle DayOutdoor Explorers

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