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Science and Nature

Skip the Straw

GreenBeats is a WHRO-produced series of animated shorts that focuses on critical environmental issues and themes. The 10-part series promotes environmental education and stewardship and is targeted toward children grades 3 through 5.

Skip the Straw

Season 1 Episode 4 | 2m 53s | CC

Because straws aren't recyclable like plastic bottles are, most of them end up in the ocean as floating debris. Make a choice you're proud of, and skip the straw in your next drink.

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"Foam Free" is an anthem that teaches viewers about the harmful effects of polystyrene.

Join a singing squirrel as he prompts a boy outside to enjoy all the wonders of nature.

Paper, Bottles, & Cans

Paper, bottles, and cans. Go ahead and recycle ‘em!

Produced for WHRO's Batten Environmental Educational Initiative, made possible by the generosity Jane Batten.

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