Discarding Recycling Myths

That's News to Me

Low Int – Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson featuring a modified 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

misconception
flatten
bin
back up
mill
cardboard
tricky
residue
ideal
spotless
A spinning paper plane