7 Easy, Sustainable Children’s Activities for City Dwellers

Reader Contribution by Naomi Grunditz and Ecocity Builders
Published on May 26, 2015
1 / 2
2 / 2

Our children are more likely to live in a city than any other generation in human history. The city can sometimes seem opposed to nature. But according to Richard Register, founder of Ecocity Builders, cities are parts of nature and exist dependent on their surrounding environment. Here are seven sustainable children’s activities to prepare your young ones to be informed, questioning, and proactive citizens of their communities and the natural world.

1. Borrow Something From a Neighbor

Reduce your impact and get the added benefit of strengthening community ties by borrowing something from a neighbor instead of buying some-thing new. It could be a cup of sugar, a packet of seeds, a hot glue gun, a movie, a book, or anything!

2. Take Public Transit

Taking public transit is a great way to get around the city and interact with the people in your community. Sure, it may sometimes take longer than driving, but it gives you valuable time together to enjoy the journey and take in the sights and sounds of the city. Teach your children how to navigate your local public transit by making the journey an adventure. Pick a fun destination, research bus and rail lines beforehand, plan your trip, and work together on way-finding. Start a conversation with a bus driver or friendly co-traveler. When you come home, draw pictures of the steps you took on your journey. Visit 511.org to start planning a trip.

Comments (0) Join others in the discussion!
    Online Store Logo
    Need Help? Call 1-800-234-3368