How to Lead a "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" Song Activity with Your Friends
Teach your friends how to help the Earth by singing and dancing!
Printed lyrics or write them on a board
A phone or computer to play the music
Space to sing and move
Big smiles and energy!
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle — are words that we all know
We have to save our planet so we can live and grow
We might be only children — but we will try, you’ll see.
And we can save this planet — It starts with you and me.
Repeat faster 3x
1. Gather your friends:
Invite a few classmates or friends to join. Tell them it’s a fun song to help the planet!
2. Show the lyrics:
Write or show the words so everyone can follow along.
3. Play the song (or sing without music):
Use the link or sing it yourself. Repeat the lines slowly at first so everyone can learn.
4. Add fun movements:
Here are some ideas:
"Reduce" → Thumbs down to show less waste
"Reuse" → Pretend to use something again (like opening a lunchbox)
"Recycle" → Spin your arms in a circle
"Hooray!" → Jump and throw hands in the air!
5. Sing it together:
Sing the full song once everyone knows the moves. You can do it like a choir or in small teams.
6. Make your own lines:
Ask your friends: “What else can we do to help the Earth?”
Make new lines like:
Turn off lights when we leave the room,
To stop wasting energy too soon!
Make Earth-themed costumes or hats.
Draw pictures of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” to hold up.
Ask your teacher if you can perform the song for the class!
You’re now a green hero spreading a powerful message through music. Have fun and sing with heart!