Games and activities
We have a variety of reduce, reuse, recycle games and activities available for schools to borrow free of charge.
Rubbish Challenge Game (KS1 & KS2)
- Key concepts: Reduce, reuse and recycle
- Description: A practical floor based game including a floor mat, dice, instructions, question cards, bags of clean ‘rubbish’ and recycling containers. *You can play as a whole class divided into four teams or in smaller groups.
- The object of the game: For pupils to learn how to dispose of their waste in a way that has the least impact on the environment.
- Duration: From 30 mins to 1 hour 30 mins per class*.
- Curriculum areas: Citizenship, English, Geography, PHSE, Science.
Paper making machine (KS1, KS2, KS3)
- Key concepts: Reuse and recycle.
- Description: Four sets of frames and deckles, accessories and instructions for children to make their own recycled paper.
Stixx machine (KS1, KS2, KS3)
- Key concepts: Reuse and recycle
- Description: Machine and instructions to make tightly rolled sticks out of newspaper that can be joined together using cable ties to form sturdy sculptures and even a chair!
How do I book activities?
- Choose the programme that best fits your requirements.
- Complete the online form or phone the contact centre on 08456 122 660.
- A confirmation will be sent out so put the date(s) in the school diary.
Note: A £50 deposit is required for the Rubbish Challenge Game, paper making equipment and stixx machine which will be returned when the equipment is brought back complete and undamaged. Contact us stating the dates you wish to collect the equipment from and return it to the Council Depot, Twickenham.