π Topic Summary
Our Earth provides us with everything we need, like clean air, fresh water, and fertile land. These are called resources. Protecting Earth's resources means using them wisely and ensuring they are available for future generations. We can do this by reducing waste, reusing items, recycling materials, and conserving energy and water. Every small action makes a big difference!
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match the words with their definitions:
| Word |
Definition |
| 1. Conservation |
A. Collecting used materials to make new products. |
| 2. Recycling |
B. Protecting and preserving natural resources. |
| 3. Resources |
C. Reducing the amount of waste produced. |
| 4. Reduce |
D. Using items again instead of throwing them away. |
| 5. Reuse |
E. Materials from the Earth that are useful to people. |
Answers:
1-B, 2-A, 3-E, 4-C, 5-D
π§ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the correct word from the word bank: water, energy, pollution, recycle, Earth.
Protecting our _______ is very important. We can help by saving _______ and turning off lights when we leave a room. It's also good to _______ paper, plastic, and glass. Reducing _______ keeps our air and _______ clean.
Answers:
Earth, energy, recycle, pollution, water
π± Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine your school is starting a new "Go Green" club. What are three things the club could do to help protect Earth's resources? Explain why each action is important.