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Our Bee-utiful Environment – Written by Kate Gatt Taliana Philippa Cascun and Carla Camilleri
submitted by St Joseph Junior School Sliema : Carla Camilleri, Kate Gatt Taliana, Philippa Cascun for 7-10
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This article is based on an interview with a beekeeper who helped explain why bees are so important. Maltese honeybees are special because they only live in Malta and help plants grow by carrying pollen from one flower to another. Without bees, many fruits, vegetables and even chocolate would be hard to find! Bees are in danger because buildings are replacing their homes, pollution makes them sick, and flowers sometimes bloom at the wrong time. We can help by planting bee friendly flowers, keeping nature clean, giving bees water, and avoiding harmful chemicals. Bees love flowers like clover, wild thyme, capers, wild fennel, daisies and poppies. At school, we planted flowers and learned how to build bee hotels. Bees are amazing: they have five eyes, some live only a few weeks, and they even dance to communicate! Protecting bees helps keep nature healthy.
Read MoreDingli Is Disappearing – Who Will Save It?
submitted by St Joseph Junior School Sliema : Eva Borg Busuttil, Kay Elizabeth Psaila, Lucia Caruana for 7-10
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Dingli is a beautiful place with fresh air, quiet countryside, and amazing cliffs. But lately, it is facing many problems. Too many new buildings and roads are being built, which destroy fields, wildlife habitats, and the natural countryside. More cars and buses are causing noise and air pollution, making the area less peaceful. Litter and even illegal construction waste are being left behind, harming animals and spoiling nature. Tourists sometimes walk in the wrong places, damaging plants and soil. Weak rules and poor enforcement make these problems worse. To protect Dingli, we should limit construction, add more bins, remind visitors to stay on the paths, and encourage people to use buses instead of cars. Planting trees and enforcing environmental laws can help nature recover. If everyone works together, we can keep Dingli safe, clean, and beautiful for the future.
Read MoreMicroplastics: The tiny destroyers of our ecosystems
submitted by St Joseph Junior School Sliema : Matilda Pullicino, Nicole Young for 11-14
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Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic that come from bigger plastic items like bottles and bags. Even though they are very small, they cause big problems for nature. They end up in our oceans, rivers, soil, air, and even our food! Sea animals like fish, turtles and birds often eat microplastics by mistake, which can make them sick. When we eat fish that swallowed plastic, the microplastics can enter our bodies too. Littering makes the problem worse because plastic breaks down into microplastics and gets washed into the sea. We can help by throwing rubbish away properly, joining beach clean-ups, and spreading awareness. Scientists even discovered a type of bacteria that can “eat” plastic, which might help in the future. Fast fashion clothing also releases microplastics, so buying fewer, better-quality clothes can help. If we recycle, reuse, and reduce plastic, we can protect our planet—because we don’t have a Planet
Read MoreCan you spot the chameleon?
submitted by Kullegg San Nikola – Skola Dun Manwel Attard Wardija : Keziah Micallef
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This photo shows a chameleon in a lemon tree. Chameleons are very good at hiding because their colours help them blend in with leaves and branches. This helps protect them from predators. Trees and plants are important homes for many animals like chameleons, birds, and insects. They provide food, shelter, and safe places to rest. When we protect trees and plants, we also protect the animals that live in them. Animals can lose their homes when trees are cut down. This can make it harder for them to survive. We can help by planting trees and taking care of nature so animals like chameleons can continue to live safely.
Small Creatures of Nature
submitted by Kullegg San Nikola – Skola Dun Manwel Attard Wardija : Keziah Micallef
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
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This photo shows a snail moving slowly across a log. Snails are important parts of nature. They help break down dead plants and wood, which helps return nutrients to the soil. This keeps the soil healthy so new plants can grow. They are a source of food to other animals. Snails can be affected by pollution, habitat loss, and chemicals like pesticides. When natural areas are damaged or cleaned too much, snails can lose the places they need to live. We can help protect snails by keeping natural areas healthy, avoiding harmful chemicals, and respecting small creatures in nature.
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All the Photos
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- 15-18
- 19-25
- Best Entry
- Participation
- 1st place Litter less Campaign
- 2nd place Litter less Campaign
- 3rd place Litter less campaign
- Honorable Mention
- YREstayshome
- 1st place international
- International Honorable Mention
- 2nd place international
- 3rd place international
- Shortlisted internationally
- Best Entry International Collaboration
- Best YREstayshome Award
- Sustainable Mobility Award
- Most active YREstayshome participant
- YREstayshome International Award
- New Category
- Disqualified
- Commended
- Finalist
- HSBC Award
- NT-FEE Award
- WasteServ Award
- WER Award
All the Video Clips
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- Best Entry
- Participation
- 1st place Litter less Campaign
- 2nd place Litter less Campaign
- 3rd place Litter less campaign
- Honorable Mention
- YREstayshome
- 1st place international
- International Honorable Mention
- 2nd place international
- 3rd place international
- Shortlisted internationally
- Best Entry International Collaboration
- Best YREstayshome Award
- Sustainable Mobility Award
- Most active YREstayshome participant
- YREstayshome International Award
- New Category
- Disqualified
- Commended
- Finalist
- HSBC Award
- NT-FEE Award
- WasteServ Award
- WER Award
All the Podcasts
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- 19-25
- Best Entry
- Participation
- 1st place Litter less Campaign
- 2nd place Litter less Campaign
- 3rd place Litter less campaign
- Honorable Mention
- YREstayshome
- 1st place international
- International Honorable Mention
- 2nd place international
- 3rd place international
- Shortlisted internationally
- Best Entry International Collaboration
- Best YREstayshome Award
- Sustainable Mobility Award
- Most active YREstayshome participant
- YREstayshome International Award
- New Category
- Disqualified
- Commended
- Finalist
- HSBC Award
- NT-FEE Award
- WasteServ Award
- WER Award
