Aloha ʻĀina
You already know that littering is not good for the planet
Ages: 8-11 years old
- Species conservation
- Ocean trash
Not only does littering make our Earth dirty, it also makes it unsafe for animals. In Hawaiʻi, there is a saying: “Aloha ʻĀina.” This means to love and respect the land.
Learn more about what you can do to help respect our planet and help Hawaiian monk seals like Nihoʽole.
ocean trash
Upper elementary
8 years
9 years
10 years
11 years
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