Hey everyone! Did you know it's International Compost Awareness Week from May 4th to 10th? That's right, it's a whole week to celebrate something super cool and important: COMPOSTING!

So, what is composting? It's like nature's recycling program. Instead of throwing away food scraps, such as banana peels and leftover apple cores, and yard waste like dead leaves, these items can go into a special pile or bin. Tiny bugs and microorganisms then break everything down into nutrient-rich soil that helps plants grow.

Why is this important? When organic waste goes in the trash, it often ends up in landfills. Landfills can create methane, a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. Composting helps prevent that from happening. Healthy soil is also super important for the planet, as it holds water and helps plants be stronger, even with varying amounts of rain.

Many schools have composting projects, and it's fun to watch the changes in a compost bin. Composting food and yard waste can help make communities healthier and greener.

Let's do our part to create a more sustainable future!