How Environment the Musical can complement the work of Green-Schools
Green-Schools is an environmental management and learning programme for schools in Ireland. It aims to promote long-term, student-led environmental action which involves the wider community. It’s co-ordinated by An Taisce’s Environmental Education Unit. Read on to find out how schools involved in the programme can use The Environment the Musical (ETM) pack. Green-Schools 7 steps…
Read MoreWhy dog poo is a slippery issue
It has happened to us all. You’re innocently walking along when you feel that awful squelchy feeling. Maybe a nasty smell hits you at the same time. That’s right. You’ve stepped in dog poo! Unfortunately dog fouling is an issue in lots of towns and cities. Dog poo is a particular problem on beaches as…
Read More5 easy ways to help the environment
Helping the environment can seem like a daunting task at times. It can be hard to know where to start. The good news is that there are lots of little changes you can make that will make a difference. Chances are you are already doing some of these already. If so, give yourself a pat…
Read MoreWhy an Environmentally-Themed Musical?
The story behind Environment the Musical – catchy songs and a storyline that raises awareness of environmental issues – created by Annette McNelis. Annette describes how Breid Bonner, local second level teacher and founding member of Buncrana’s first local Tidy Towns Committee paid a visit to her primary school in Buncrana and left a lasting legacy.
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