Activity: Make Your Own NON-TOXIC Chemicals
O24u Facilitators' Guide : Module 3 Activity
Activity Time:
45-60 minutes
Required Materials:
Depending on desired chemicals, see below for exact measurements: ( Print / Download list )
Learning Objective:
Create alternate non-toxic cleaning products for a non-toxic household.
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Procedure:
All Purpose Cleaner
1 Gallon of water, ¼ Cup of White Vinegar and 1 tea spoon of baking soda
Window Cleaner
¼ cup of white vinegar and 1 quart of water
Scouring the Sink
Water, baking soda, mixed together into a paste
Mixture for Unclogging a Sink
¼ cup baking soda, ½ Cup Vinegar, boiling water
Stain Remover
Club Soda, lemon juice or salt
Toilet Bowl Cleaner
Baking Soda and Castile Soap
Discussion:
- How did the non-toxic products work? Would you use them at home?
- How did your non-toxic chemicals smell, compared to regular cleaning products?
- Why is it important to use non-toxic cleaning chemicals?
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