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Holidays can be hard on the environment. After Christmas, pines and firs are often dumped or incinerated. And then there’s all that wrapping paper that usually ends up in the trash. On Valentine’s Day, the cards we buy result in more paper waste.
Even Thanksgiving is no stranger to environmental damage. There’s lots of waste associated with the big dinners that are a part of most families’ Thanksgiving traditions. And the food served can also have a negative impact on the environment. Here are some tips for being more responsible toward the environment while still having a great holiday.
1. When shopping for your Thanksgiving needs, bring along reusable totes to carry everything. A reusable bag is always better for the environment than either paper or plastic. Also, when selecting prepared foods, buy those that come in reusable packaging if that’s an option. Continue reading
There are many fun activities that children can partake in during Thanksgiving. First, a list of things that they are grateful for is a nice way to kick off the fun. Another fun activity is recommended by parenting.com and it is called the Native Necklace. Here are the directions. First, remove the top ring of a paper cup. Punch 2 holes in the top of the ring and 1 hole in the bottom center. Paint the ring. You can paint the ring any color you want. The website went with brown. Next, cut a 20-inch piece of cord. String 1 bead on each end. Make a loop and place one end through each top hole. And then, string a few wooden beads onto the cord, creating a Y shape. Push 2 cords through the center hole. Add a single bead to keep in place. Finally, attach a feather and bead to each end of the cord to finish.
The next project is called the Darlin’ Dixie Garland. First, you must, cut apart a Dixie cup so it lies flat to create a template. Afterwards, trace it onto decorative paper, adding an extra ½ inch on one end, and cut out 7 shapes and then, place a strip of double-sided tape on one end of each paper. Wrap paper around each of 7 cups and attach with tape. Now cut out the letters that spell “Welcome”. And then, from there, you have to glue a letter to the front of each cup. Finally, use a utility knife, cut an X in the center of each cup bottom. Push 1 light into the bottom of each cup and hang in an entryway to welcome your holiday guests. Continue reading
