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Waste history quick activity

Learn how artefacts tell us what life was like in the past, and what story the rubbish of today might tell future generations with this Quick Activity. What lessons can your students learn from the past?

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  • Age groups: 11-14s, 14+
  • Subjects: Geography, Mathematics, Science
  • Topics: Waste

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