Waste Detective: Plastic

1 year School Licence
(Age 6-17+)

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5 modules video course, 4 age levels

Short lessons (8–12 minutes each), tailored to 4 age groups (6–9, 10–12, 13–16, 17+), taking students from "What is plastic?" to "How to become a changemaker."

Hands-on activities

Simple hands-on tasks built into each module, matched to each age group, for easy use in the classroom.

Module worksheets

Two printable worksheets per module, for every age level, ready for classroom use.

A final challenge + Certificate

A closing task to apply what they've learned, followed by a certificate to celebrate completion — for every age group.

Testimonials

Hellen Mullan

GRADE 2 TEACHER, SUSTAINABILITY LEAD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

SoR communicates complex ideas about plastic in a way that is clear, accessible, and engaging for young learners.

His non-judgemental teaching style creates space for students to think critically and form their own opinions.

By encouraging them to question the objects around them and consider their necessity and end of life, the resources support a meaningful shift in mindset and helps students build a more thoughtful relationship with materials

Edd Moore

CLIMATE EDUCATION, CONSULTANT, TEACHER AND AUTHOR

The Plastic Story is a wonderfully engaging and informative module that captures students' attention from the start. It clearly explains where plastic comes from, taking learners on a fascinating journey from ancient ocean life to modern-day materials. The visuals are bright and creative, making complex processes like oil formation and plastic production easy for students to understand.

The video keeps a great pace and stays clear and to the point, making it ideal for classroom use. By the end, students are motivated to think critically about waste and their own role as “Waste Detectives.” Overall, The Plastic Story is a creative and well-designed learning resource that makes a big impact in a short time.

Steffen Knobloch

GRADE 6 & 7 TEACHER, HEAD OF INTERNATIONAL MIDDLE SCHOOL

The videos are clearly structured and presented in a calm, easy-to-understand way that is well suited for children and young people.

The summary and interactive activities at the end are engaging and help learners actively connect with the topic.

It successfully captures young viewers' interest, makes the topic feel relevant to their everyday lives, and encourages them to continue with the following videos.