The mess that we made
How can we take action to make positive change?
The mess that we made, written by Michelle Lord and illustrated by Julia Blattman, follows 4 children in a little boat on their journey to discover the impact of pollution and rubbish on our oceans.
Resources
Mess that we made – activity sheet
This activity aims to support students in recognising their capacity to influence environments and make change, and encourages them to do so in effective, informed and responsible ways.
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