Plastic Pollution Writing Activities for Kids | Environment Day

The Plastic Pollution Writing Activities for Kids are engaging worksheets designed to teach environmental responsibility through fun writing and drawing tasks. Perfect for children in Kindergarten (K), 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade, these pages are excellent learning tools for any Elementary School classroom or home setting. These worksheets work well in classrooms across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia, offering global awareness with a local impact. Each page features a plastic pollution fact followed by a creative prompt encouraging students to respond through writing or illustration. Children in Kindergarten (K) and 1st Grade may focus more on drawings—like a sad fish swimming in a trash-filled ocean—while older learners in 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, and 5th Grade can express their ideas through writing, explaining how they would help the planet as a “Planet Hero.” The activities strengthen reading comprehension, artistic expression, and critical thinking. Students use crayons or pencils to add thoughtful details, like speech bubbles or labels, while learning why plastic harms sea animals and what they can do to make a difference. They’re also encouraged to discuss real-life actions—like using reusable bags or picking up litter—bringing awareness into everyday habits. This worksheet set turns learning into action, helping young learners become better stewards of the Earth!

Usage:
Perfect for Earth Day lessons, environmental science units, sustainability programs, or home learning.

Activity:
Read facts, write or draw a response, and reflect on real-life environmental actions.

Tools Needed:

• Pencils
• Crayons
• Markers

Page Size:
8.5″x11″ (Letter Size)

User Instruction:
Start by reading the fact aloud. Follow the prompt to draw or write your answer. Add colors, labels, or speech bubbles. Talk about how you can help reduce plastic pollution. Share your work and ideas!