Bin it!
Information
Subject Areas
PE, PSHE,Relevant for
KS3, KS4
Print and online teaching resources for students aged 11 - 13, on the social impacts of dropping gum
Chewing gum litter is a challenge for communities around the UK.
- It is expensive to clean up
- It can damage personal property
- Most gum-droppers dont think about the impact of their actions
Bin it! is a FREE educational programme aimed at students aged 11 to 13, focusing on the personal and social impacts of dropping gum. The programme consists of a printed pack with comprehensive teachers notes, two colour posters and a range of activity and resource cards, plus a supporting website, all provided by the Wrigley Company.
Gum litter is a topic that most students will have experience of, and makes a great starting point for encouraging students to take an interest in topical issues, engage in discussion and debate, play and active role as responsible citizens in public life, and learn about their rights and responsibilities.
Since its launch in 2006, Bin it! has been well received by teachers around the UK:
- 90% of users felt that students were now more likely to think about the way they disposed of their gum
- 96% found the lessons were easy to plan, prepare and deliver
"The beauty of this is that it is something that they know about."
Teacher feedback
Bin it! supports the curricula for Citizenship, Personal and Social Education and English in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. It is also relevant to Geography/Social Studies, Art and ICT.
To order a copy of the free pack email requests@edcoms.com.
