Teaching Sustainability to Children: A Fun and Educational Day in Seville
Teaching sustainability to children is one of the most important educational challenges of our time. On the occasion of World Environment Day, celebrated every June 5, the Seville Provincial Council organized a very special educational day, combining fun, nature, and outdoor learning.
At Hacienda La Indiana in Alcalá de Guadaíra, more than 200 primary school students participated in an unforgettable educational experience: green workshops, collaborative games, outdoor activities, and a charming initiative to “adopt” sheep.
An ecological day to raise awareness
The agro-livestock farm La Indiana, managed by the Seville Provincial Council, became a living classroom where children learned, played, and connected with nature. The event’s motto was “Take care of nature, take care of your future” and included workshops on planting, creative recycling, water efficiency, renewable energy, and biodiversity.
Children didn’t just listen—they planted trees, touched the soil, discovered beneficial insects, and understood the value of each natural element. This immersive environmental experience was practical and emotional, reinforcing learning and leaving a lasting impact.
Adopt a sheep: learning to care
One of the most original activities was the symbolic adoption of sheep. Each group received a personalized sheet with information about a local sheep: its name, diet, and role in the ecosystem.
Far from a simple game, this activity helped children understand how sustainable livestock farming protects landscapes, maintains soil fertility, and preserves local traditions. It also promoted values such as empathy, responsibility, and respect for living beings.
This approach, integrating local fauna into environmental education, perfectly aligns with sustainability goals for children, providing an emotional bond with nature from an early age.
Playful environmental education
Workshops were designed to be participatory and fun, showing that sustainability can be taught effectively and enjoyably. There were gymkhanas, eco-storytelling sessions, drawing contests, solar energy experiments, and team games focused on waste management.
Concepts related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were also addressed, such as climate action, responsible consumption, and ecosystem conservation, all adapted to the children’s understanding and pace.
Connecting children with their planet
During the event, Seville Provincial Council president Javier Fernández emphasized the importance of nurturing committed citizens from childhood. “The planet’s future largely depends on what we teach today. Promoting sustainability for children builds a more conscious, fair, and green society,” he said.
These statements reflect an institutional commitment beyond symbolism. Seville is implementing an environmental education plan covering the entire school year, including field trips to protected areas and distribution of educational materials in schools.
Sustainable snacks and educational gifts
The day ended with a healthy snack made of seasonal and local products, served in compostable containers—a concrete example of how small actions contribute to a sustainable lifestyle.
Each child also received a reusable bag with seeds, an urban garden guide, and a sheet explaining how to reduce their ecological footprint at home. Parents and teachers especially appreciated this, as it promotes continuity of learning in the family environment.
Sustainability for children starts at home
At hogarecofriendly.com we also promote this holistic approach: sustainability is not a subject, it’s a way of life learned by example. Initiatives like this inspire both children and adults to live more consciously.
Teaching sustainability to children is not only about recycling or planting trees. It means showing them that they have the power to change the world through daily choices: what they eat, how they dress, how they move, and how they use energy all have a real impact on the planet.
Sowing green values in childhood ensures a cleaner, healthier, and fairer tomorrow. As Seville has shown, it can be as fun as adopting a sheep and watching a tree grow that you planted with your own hands.
