Teaching environmental issues (if you’re not a geographer) can be difficult and many of the sites that you find yourself visiting seem a little dry and preachy. So rather that lecturing to you about the virtues of recycling we have done a bit of research and have been looking for some helpful tips for you to use in the classroom.

Have a look at the green Christmas article published in the Guardian that makes you think about a more ethical approach to buying a real tree every year rather than buying plastic Christmas trees. It would appear that bringing out your plastic tree year after year seems to be the most eco friendly but… when you need to get rid of it you may find that the materials it is made from are far from great for the environment.

We know Christmas is busy time of year for everyone so we have decided to become Santa’s little helper and find you a few eco friendly sites so you can do your bit too.
Visit Nigel’s eco store for some great green Christmas tips including some fabulous links to designer recycled wrapping paper and Christmas decorations.
Or have a look at this great article about ethical shopping for a thrifty Christmas explains why the Charity shops that used to be great for thrifty shoppers ar now on the decline. She also draws the reader to a great recession-themed video on YouTube entitled ‘Cash in My Pocket’ which may make an impact on your class.

The Teachable.net team has decided to lead by example and have produced their own wrapping paper, made from recycled paper of course (well, as recycled as having printing on the back can be) and want to send you a festive gift of warm wishes for Christmas and a prosperous 2009.

If you’re just looking for a fun Christmas quiz, check out our two ways to get Xmas on a whiteboard.

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