All about Microplastics: The Fall of Dr. Mike Roe Plastic
The Fall of Dr. Mike Roe Plastic
Join us in this first chapter of “Protecting the Planet with Eric and Dominique.” Click through the flipbook below to learn about how Eric and Dominique learn more about microplastic pollution and take action to address this problem.
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Reflection Questions
Consider the following questions after reading this comic
What were the three superpowers that make microplastics so dangerous for ecosystems?
What were some of the ways that the students addressed microplastic pollution?
What might have happened if Eric and Dominique had only shared this problem with their own school and community? Why was it important to spread the word all around the world?
Fluffy polyester fleece fabrics shed more microplastics than other fabrics. Why do you think this is? What could you do to reduce pollution from these fabrics?
Have you ever noticed pollution in your own community? What types of pollution?
What were the three superpowers that make microplastics so dangerous for ecosystems?
What were some of the ways that the students addressed microplastic pollution?
What might have happened if Eric and Dominique had only shared this problem with their own school and community? Why was it important to spread the word all around the world?
Fluffy polyester fleece fabrics shed more microplastics than other fabrics. Why do you think this is? What could you do to reduce pollution from these fabrics?
Have you ever noticed pollution in your own community? What types of pollution?
How can I address this problem?
You can use some of the same strategies that Eric and Dominique used to defeat Dr. Plastic to help solve this problem. Take a look at pages 11-12 for some ways that you could reduce microplastic pollution.
Here are some links to Actions from the Clothing4Climate Project to help you get started:
Design a Filter for Microplastics
Design a prototype of a product for filtering out microfibres from your laundry.
Wash Smarter
Reduce microplastic pollution by changing your own washing habits.
Start a petition encouraging government officials and clothing brands to address microplastic pollution. Research specific actions that you want to advocate for.
See how brands are addressing microplastic pollution.
Design a Filter for Microplastics
Design a prototype of a product for filtering out microfibres from your laundry.
Wash Smarter
Reduce microplastic pollution by changing your own washing habits.
Start a petition encouraging government officials and clothing brands to address microplastic pollution. Research specific actions that you want to advocate for.
See how brands are addressing microplastic pollution.
Just like Eric and Dominique, you can help out by spreading the word about this problem. Share what you’ve learned through a conversation, social media post, poster, or video. Think about how you can use your strengths and interests to address this problem.
Sharing how you’ve taken action inspires others!
Learn More
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