Environment Champion

Environment Champion

Guide Index

Introduction

This resource guide is specially compiled to assist teachers and students in their research efforts focussing on the topic of environment. For easy reference, the resources are grouped according to the formats in which the information are presented. They are (a)Books and Online Resources (b) Posters and Videos and (c) Lesson Plans and E-Games.

Search Terms Call Numbers
Environmentalism Juvenile literature 333.72
Recycling (Waste, etc.), Refuse and refuse disposal Juvenile literature 363.72
Habitat (Ecology) Juvenile literature, Biodiversity Juvenile literature, Environmental protection Juvenile literature 577
Trees Juvenile literature, Forest ecology Juvenile literature, Environmental protection Juvenile literature 582
Papermaking Juvenile literature 620.197
Recycling (Waste, etc.) United States, Refuse and refuse disposal Environmental aspects United States, Plastic scrap Environmental aspects United States 628.4
Plastics Juvenile literature 668.4
Bookbinding, Books Format, Handicraft Recycling (Waste, etc.) 686.3
Handicraft Juvenile literature, Gifts Juvenile literature, Salvage (Waste, etc.) Juvenile literature, Recycling (Waste, etc.) Juvenile literature 745.5

Books and Online Resources

This is a select list of books on the topic of recycling and the environment. Most of the books listed here are available at the children’s collection of the Public Library. Do take note of the prefixes of J (Junior), JS (Junior Simple) and JP (Junior Picture) as well as the branch library where the books are located. The books are available from the Public Library collection of the National Library Board Singapore. Do use the NLB online catalogue to check the location and availability via www.catalogue.nlb.gov.sg.

Books on upcycling and recycling materials

(listed by author)

This book provides step-by-step instructions, tips, and full-color photographs to create personalized presents from recycled materials.

Papermaking will show kids how to use shredded paper to make their own paper and other creations. They will learn how to make several kinds of paper, a papier-mache bowl, and more.

Readers can earn badges as they work their way through each chapter, completing activities, DIYs and eco-experiments. Every part will enhance their understanding of waste management and the impact of household rubbish on the planet.

  • Enz, T. (2012). Repurpose It. North Mankato, Minn.: Capstone Press.
    Call no.: J 600 ENZ

Explains the principles of inventing and provides photo-illustrated instruction for making a variety of projects from recycle and reuse materials.

  • Faulkner, N. (2019). Recycling and you. New York : Rosen Central.
    Call no.: J 363.72 FAU

This book teaches readers about both the importance of recycling and how to properly do it. It covers recycling basics and addresses how one can recycle and reuse products at both home and school.

Step-by-step instructions for crafts made from old newspaper, magazines, and junk mail and information about reusing and recycling.

  • Lim, A. (2014). Recycling Crafts. New York, NY: Gareth Stevens Publishing, 2014.
    Call no.: J 745.5 LIM

This recycling-based craft book provides ideas for making useful homemade creations like flower pots, bookends, a clock and more are included in this brilliant step-by-step book.

  • Owen, R. (2014). Fun Fabrics. Imprint: New York: PowerKids Press.
    Call no.: J 745.5 OWE

Presents wide range of projects will allow young artists to explore their creativity with recycled fabric.

Get an in-depth look at the importance of recycling and conserving. Readers will learn the different methods of recycling and conserving resources and the impact these efforts have on Earth.

Recycle materials such as bits of paper, old yarn, cartons and containers can be used to make lovely crafts including dollhouse, purse and lots more.

  • Sikkens, C. (2020). Choose to reuse!. St. Catharines, Ontario ; New York : Crabtree Publishing Company.
    Call no.: J 363.72 SIK

Read about the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling, as well choosing items that can be used over and over.

Get ideas on recycle projects from paper, plastic, cans, glass, clothing, and other recyclables.

This book details how to use cardboard tubes in projects that demonstrate scientific principles.

Books on Environment

Books are often mainstays of resource guides as these provide introductory and comprehensive information on a particular topic. The books below provide insight to understanding on the environment.

(listed by author)

Learn about the easy ways to cut plastic out of your life. The simple actions found in this practical guide will help you and inspire your friends and family to do the same.

Discuses ten simple but significant lifestyles changes that can help keep the Earth clean, including eating vegetables, planting trees and recycling.

  • Bily, C. A. (2013). Garbage And Recycling. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, a part of Gale, Cengage Learning.
    Call no.: 628.4458 GAR

This book explores different methods for disposing garbage, the role of recycling in managing garbage, and how consumers can reduce the amount of waste produced.

This book uses the most up-to-date scientific information to offer an insight into a growing environmental crisis with global implications. If we continue to dump as much plastic as we do today, there will be more plastic than fish in the sea by 2050.

Chambers examines recycling of water, plastics and food process and the effectiveness.

  • Flounders, A. (2014). Friends In The Wild. South Egremont, MA : Red Chair Press.
    Call no.: J 577 FLO

The author emphasizes on the important of biodiversity, natural homes of various animals and ideas on preservation and protection of natural environment.

The author highlights the importance of trees in making earth and our environment healthy and includes step-by-step ideas to protect them.

  • French, J. (2019). What a waste. London : Dorling Kindersley.
    Call no.: J 363.7 FRE

This environmental book will teach keen young ecologists about our actions affecting planet Earth. Includes everything you need to know about what we’re doing to our environment, good and bad, from pollution and litter to renewable energy and plastic recycling.

Explores what happens to garbage after it has been picked up by the garbage truck and discusses ways garbage is used for energy.

Covers the whole story about plastic and is filled with information to empower children to make choices that will affect their future.

Websites

(listed in alphabetical order)

Offers kids some ideas for making creative crafts from recycled materials.

Provides Air Quality Index (AQI) information and how it is measured for kids from ages 4 to 11 and up.

Provides great earth day everyday paper crafts, beads, origami, print and play and recycle crafts.

This website provides step-by-step recycled craft projects for events like Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and others.

Offers quick and simple information on recycling practices, processes and other facts.

This website inspires young adventurers to reduce their waste at home through easy tips.

  • Singapore Environment Council. (2021). Retrieved May 17, 2021, from Singapore Environment Council website: http://www.sec.org.sg/

The Singapore Environment Council (SEC) was established in 1995 to nurture, facilitate and co-ordinate environmental causes in Singapore.

Posters and Videos

Search tips and Internet sites

How can you search resources on posters and videos? Use the following keywords in your search box “kids”, “recycle”, “posters” or “videos”.

Posters

A picture tells more than thousand words! We highlight to you the educational poster collection that are available online at the National Environment Agency website. The quick links to the specific topics are provided below – mouse over to click on the links.

Source: https://www.nea.gov.sg/corporate-functions/resources/educational-materials/posters

Describes the 3 Rs: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.

Highlights items for recycling such as books, papers, glass, plastic, computers, metals, cans and bicycles.

Describes glass recycling process workflow.

The poster includes Illustrations that explain generation of electricity and environment. Also includes tips for conserving energy.

Provides the message to reduce, reuse and recycle of all type of materials to conserve the environment.

Highlights how one can be environmental free by saving trees and reduce the consumption of papers.

Describes paper recycling process workflow.

Describes plastic recycling process workflow.

Describes what can and cannot be put into recycling bins.

A poster produced by NEA to educate consumers of good energy conservations habits.

A consumer education initiative by Singapore Packaging Agreement on 3R practices for households.

Guide to recycle of Clothing & textiles, Electrical items, Furniture, Medicines, Plastic bottles, Plastic films, and more.

Videos

(i) A selection of videos on recycling materials such as cans, plastics, electrical, waste, and garden.

(listed in alphabetical order)

A collection of videos on recycling process of papers, plastics, food waste, furniture and others.

  • Recycle Now. (2015, June 19). Recycling around the home. [Video File]. Retrieved May 17, 2021, from website: https://youtu.be/sLktjtlXCNo

    This animation video highlights just a few items all around the home for recycling materials such as can, plastic, electrical, waste, and garden.

  • The Story of Stuff Project. (2015, September 4). Loop Scoops – Garbage [Video File]. Retrieved May 17, 2021, from website: https://youtu.be/N9LfPq-H72g

    This is a PBS Kids production on garbage and saving the environment by recycling and composting.

    PBS Kids production on garbage and saving the environment by recycling and composting.

(ii) A selection of videos on simple crafts

There are quite a number of online videos on crafts from recycled materials. Please use your own discretion when trying out the samples shown.

(listed in alphabetical order)

  • Expert Village. (2012, November 15). How Do I Create Christmas Cards Using Recycled Materials?: Christmas Crafts [Video File]. Retrieved May 17, 2021, from website: https://youtu.be/z_RKmEhdzqs

    Fernandez, an experienced art educator provides tips on how to make a variety of different crafts such as Christmas cards.

DisneyJuniorUK. (2014, November 22). Art Attack – Travel Bag – Disney Junior UK HD. [Video File]. Retrieved May 17, 2021, from website: https://youtu.be/kvImAjsERY4

Lloyd provides a step by step guide to make a super useful travel bag.

  • Make:. (2012, August 13). Maker Camp: Recycled Paper Baskets with Tiffany Threadgould [Video File]. Retrieved May 17, 2021, from website: https://youtu.be/vIl3brhueyg

    Threadgould demonstrates weaving paper baskets from old maps.

  • Simplekidscraft.com. (2017, March 8). DIY Corrugated Cardboard Desk Organizer: Easy Cardboard Crafts [Video File]. Retrieved May 17, 2021, from website: https://youtu.be/rdL5ETTF690

    This video provides a step by step guide to craft a cute desk organizer.

Lesson Plans

Learn through these interactive e-game and multimedia quiz suitable for children. Go ahead, challenge yourselves and enjoy!

(listed in alphabetical order)

Take middle schoolers through renewable energy, energy efficiency, home conservation and safety through standards-aligned teaching units.

The Environmental Protection Agency provides lesson plans and teacher guides for educators to teach about environmental resources.

The not-for-profit company Wastebuster provides resources for educators including lesson plans, team activities, activity sheets and more.

Accessing National Library Board Singapore Resources

Accessing the Print Materials

You can search the library catalogue (for physical materials) in the library and from home (http://catalogue.nlb.gov.sg). The easy search function allows you to search/browse by author, title, keyword, subject and ISBN/ISSN whereas the advanced search allows you to narrow your searches to specific media types or language holdings. In both instances, you will also be able to limit your search to specific libraries by clicking on the “limit by branch” option.

To search Lee Kong Chian Reference Library’s Holdings

If you wish to search for only materials available in the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, please always click on the “Limit by Branch” button at the bottom of the page, after you have keyed in your search term. This brings you to a new page whereby you will be able to select the library of your choice. Choose “Lee Kong Chian Reference Library” and select “yes” under the “Display only items available in the selected branch below” and then click on search.

Things to note:

Once you have identified the title that you need, please double-check the following information and write down the necessary info:

i. The “Status” of the item: the item is not available in the library, if the status displayed is “in transit”, “in process” or “not ready for loan”.

ii. Double-check that the item is in Lee Kong Chian Reference Library under “Branch”.

iii. Write down the Location Code and the Call Number of the item. This helps you to locate the item within Lee Kong Chian Reference Library. Please refer to the table below for more information (Note: Please feel free to approach the counter staff for help in locating the books.)

All featured books and periodicals are located at the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library.

Accessing the Databases

The National Library Board (NLB)’s eResources are free for all NLB members. Click here to find out how to register as a member.

If you’re having problems registering or logging in, please contact us. If you wish to find information in the databases but am not sure where to begin, or need recommendations on which databases to use, please use the “Ask A Librarian” function or send an email to ref@nlb.gov.sg for research assistance. The librarian will get back to you within three working days.

Authors

Faridah Ibrahim

Kevin Seet (Updated by)

The information in this resource guide is valid as at May 2021 and correct as far as we are able to ascertain from our sources. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete history on the subject. Please contact the Library for further reading materials on the topic.

All Rights Reserved. National Library Board Singapore 2021.

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