Give Things a New Life! – Kolga Kindergarten

Give Things a New Life – Kolga Kindergarten

Kolga Kindergarten is taking part in the European Week for Waste Reduction with a week of activities promoting mindful consumption, reuse and environmental awareness.

Throughout the week, children, families and staff will explore the idea that we do not need to own, buy or throw away everything – many things can be given a new life.

Toy-free week: Traditional toys will be temporarily put away and replaced with natural, recycled and reusable materials. Children will have the opportunity to explore, experiment and create, developing their creativity and imagination.

Community toy exchange: Families are invited to bring 1–3 toys in good condition that their children no longer play with. The collected toys will be displayed, allowing children to choose a new toy if they wish. Any toys that are not chosen will be offered to kindergarten groups for further use or passed on for reuse.

Letting go of things campaign: Kindergarten staff are invited to look through their belongings and pass on items they no longer need but that could be useful to someone else.

Through these activities, we encourage children, families and staff to appreciate what they already have, reduce unnecessary consumption and give useful items a second life.