Discarding Recycling Myths

That's News to Me

Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson featuring an article from The Washington Post, students read about common myths and misconceptions about recycling. This lesson includes comprehension and discussion questions as well as a speaking task.

Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading
recycling

Vocabulary

intuitive
scholar
discard
grease
scraps
endorse
corrugated
coated
contaminate
advocacy
sullied
hassle
A spinning paper plane