“Where do I start?”

It’s great that I’m writing about the threats of microplastics to educate others. However, as a reader, you may be wondering where to start. The information can be overwhelming because almost every food you consume contains harmful microplastics. However, this week’s blog post will hopefully help you with any questions you may have.

1. To begin, start by being curious. The easiest way to get started is to learn more for yourself. I, for instance, stumbled upon a flyer while having lunch in Newton, PA. I scanned the QR code (link below) and found the “Newtown Township Single-use Plastics Ordinance” link. My point with this story is that there are so many signs in our daily lives that we have to be curious and look for them!
2. If you are curious about something, take the next step and research more about it. Make sure to look into trustworthy websites and if you need any help, visit Bit by Bit’s “Cool Resources” section. Researching is the most important step because you need to ensure that your foundation is strong before moving on to anything else.
3. After researching enough, you can educate others and raise awareness in your community about the dangers of microplastics. You can also include ways to limit microplastic usage in your daily life. This can be done by making signs outside your lemonade stand or having a conversation with your friends about the global problem. Furthermore, you can educate others. Once you have researched enough, you can spread awareness in your community. Whether it’s making signs outside your lemonade stand or talking to your friends about the global problem, you are making a difference.
4. Finally, you can make a change. You can encourage your community to start using reusable water bottles, and remember it all starts somewhere. Even something as small as telling your classmates matters.
   
   https://newtownpa.gov/highlight/newtown-township-plastics-ordinance/