What shouldn't go in a compost bin?

What Crafty Clover says in this video

Intro

Hi there, curious minds! I'm Crafty Clover! Let's discover something amazing. What shouldn't go in a compost bin?

The Big Idea

Lots of things can go in compost! But some things should stay out. What are they?

Animal Foods

Step one: Animal Foods. Meat, fish, dairy, and greasy foods can attract rats, raccoons, and flies. They can also cause bad smells.

Germs and Seeds

Step two: Germs and Seeds. Pet waste can carry germs that make people sick. Diseased plants and weeds with seeds may spread problems back into the garden.

Won't Break Down

Step three: Won't Break Down. Plastic, metal, and glass don't break down. Stick with plant scraps, leaves, and paper, and when unsure, ask a grown-up or check local rules.

A Closer Look

Let's take a closer look! Attracts pests. Smelly. Germs. Never breaks down.

Quick Facts

Quick facts! Many cities have a list of what is allowed in compost. Meat attracts rats. Weed seeds spread problems. Plant scraps are best.

Think Like a Scientist

Now, think like a scientist! Fold a poster in half. Label one side yes and the other side no. Draw things that can go in compost. Draw things that can't. Hang it near your bin.

Outro

Keep meat, fish, dairy, and greasy foods out of compost, since they attract pests and smell, and skip pet waste, diseased plants, and weeds with seeds. Plastic, metal, and glass never break down, so stick with plant scraps, leaves, and paper. Science is amazing! Remember, every big discovery starts with a small question. Keep looking, keep learning, and keep asking why! Crafty Clover can be found on Amazon Books, Google Bookstore, and Apple Books. Available for purchase or download! Bye for now!