Can your pupils play for the planet?
The 'Eco Board Game' competition is an opportunity for your class to design their own Eco Board Game!
We are choosing 6 winners to receive a £25 voucher
Your class can become eco champions by creating their own 'Eco Board Game' to help teach others how to look after our planet. Pupils can choose a theme, game design, rules, playing counters - everything!
Want to win? We will choose games that are:
✅️ Eco themed (think reusing, recycling litter picking, looking after animals and the environment ... and so much more.)
✅️ Teaching others how to look after our world.
✅️ Fun and easy to play!
What do you need to do?
1. Use this pack to get started
2. Show your class this presentation
3. Ask pupils to design their own games
4. Snap a photo of the game and the game 'How to play' sheet
5. Submit your game designs here
Competition Period
The competition runs from Monday 19th January 2025 to Friday 27th February 2025 at 5pm. Entries received after this deadline will not be considered.
Eligibility
This competition is open to primary school aged children (Reception to Year 6) attending schools in Merseyside and Halton only. Entries from outside these regions will not be considered.
Supporting curriculum objectives
The competition particularly supports cross-curricular learning, creative thinking, and promotes education for sustainable development (ESD)
♻️ Design & Technology:
Designing and making products with a purpose for intended users
Generating, developing and communicating ideas
Selecting appropriate tools and materials
Evaluating and testing their designs
♻️ Science:
Working scientifically through practical activities
Environmental awareness and sustainability
Understanding habitats and ecosystems (wildlife theme)
Materials and their properties (recycling theme)
♻️ Geography:
Environmental issues and sustainability
Human impact on the environment
Conservation and resource management
♻️ Art & Design:
Creating and designing with various materials
Developing creativity and visual communication skills
♻️ English:
Writing instructions and rules clearly
Using persuasive language to communicate eco-messages
Speaking and presenting their ideas
♻️ Mathematics:
Problem-solving and logical thinking
Understanding probability and chance (game mechanics)
Measuring and spatial awareness (board layout)
♻️ PSHE/Citizenship:
Understanding responsibilities toward the environment
Making positive contributions to society
Developing awareness of global issues