The Garden Journey of Recycling and Composting

Cover photo: A joyful father and child holding hands, composting together in their backyard.

Dear Diary,

Today is a special day as I embarked on a remarkable adventure with my precious child. We decided to engage in recycling and composting, using the compost to grow our own garden crops. This endeavor not only promotes environmental sustainability but also provides a positive educational experience for my child.

In the morning, we put on gloves, grabbed our trash bags, and began our mission. Curiously, my child asked, “Dad, why are we doing recycling?” I explained that recycling helps reduce environmental pollution and protects our planet. I told them that we can transform some organic waste into fertilizer to support better plant growth.

We first headed to the nearby park, picking up litter from the ground. Excitedly, my child gathered pieces of paper and exclaimed, “Dad, I found a plastic bottle! Will this turn into compost?” I replied, “Yes, sweetheart! Plastic bottles can be recycled, and we will take them to the recycling center.”

In the afternoon, we started the composting process. We placed vegetable and fruit scraps, as well as grass clippings, into the compost bin. I explained to my child that these waste materials would decompose and transform into compost, nourishing the plants in our garden.

Next, we planted our garden crops together. My child carefully dug rows of small holes, and we placed seeds and compost into the soil. I told my child that these plants would derive nutrients from our compost, growing more vigorously. Their eyes sparkled with excitement, knowing they had made a positive contribution to nature.

After a day of hard work, we sat in the garden, admiring our masterpiece. The seeds had sprouted, and tiny seedlings emerged from the ground. As I saw the proud smile on my child’s face, I felt immense happiness.

This experience holds significant educational value for my child. Through participating in recycling, composting, and planting garden crops, they learn the importance of environmental conservation and develop a sense of caring and respect for nature. This positive education not only helps shape their values but also establishes a solid foundation for their future.

I hope to continue exploring nature in this manner, making further contributions to environmental protection. I firmly believe that through such experiences, my child will become a responsible citizen, actively contributing to positive change for our beautiful planet.

Until we meet again, Diary.

Father