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Learn about the roles of living organisms in composting, a process that turns "garbage" into soil-like material. Discover how microorganisms like fungi and bacteria break down organic materials, including leaves, fruits, coffee grounds, and more. Understand the importance of composting to reduce landfill waste and help the environment. Start your composting journey today by participating in a project to create nutrient-rich compost from kitchen and yard scraps. Join us in making a positive impact on the planet through sustainable practices.
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Composting 101 Roles of Living Organisms
What is Composting? • Composting is a process that turns “garbage” into usable soil-like material.
How Does It Work? • Tiny living things called microorganisms do most of the work. -Fungi and bacteria are microorganisms. • They break down organic materials.
What Can Be Composted? • Items you normally throw into your garbage can be composted. • Things such as: • leaves • grass clippings • fruits • veggies CAN BE COMPOSTED!
What Else Can Be Composted? • Coffee grounds andfilters • Tea bags
Why Should We Compost? • Yard waste and food scraps make up 20% to 30% of garbage!!! • Landfills are filling up quickly. • By adding compost to your soil, you help the earth!
WhereDo We Start? • Tell your parents about our composting project. • In a reusable container, bring in kitchen and small yard items to compost. • We will combine our items in the composting bin with other students’ items and turn the bins daily.
In a Few Weeks… We will have compost!!! Yay!