Plastic Bags – Earth Day

Plastic bags were introduced in 1977. According to my research, five trillion plastic bags are used every year worldwide, and approximately 10 percent will find their way to the ocean. Most are not recycled, and those that are not will take centuries to degrade. What can we do?

One Plastic Bag. is a true story about how a young woman found an innovative way to use plastic bags, thereby making a difference in her community. Go here for full screen viewing.

It is best if we reduce the use of single-use plastic bags, but what are some other ways that can we reuse or repurpose them? Some suggestions follow, but task your students or children with brainstorming more. View full screen here.