Ava Kruciak

When possible, I will not use disposable bags when shopping, including produce bags.

I will keep 1 plastic cutlery out of the landfill per day by using my own reusable cutlery.

I will try new recipe(s) or food preparation method(s) each day, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.

If traveling, I will bring my own snacks and meals in my own containers to avoid the waste of take-out containers.

I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill per day by refusing straws or using my own reusable straw.

I will plant an herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.

I will only pack reusable cutlery, drinkware and containers in my family's lunches to reduce plastic waste.

I will give up gum or choose gum made from chicle or other plastic-free gum bases.

I will use wool dryer balls or another plastic-free alternative to dryer sheets to keep my clothes static-free.

I will replace my disposable razors with steel razors.

I will switch to a plastic-free toothpaste — whether purchased or DIY'd.

I will use a microfiber catcher in my laundry, or install a microfiber filter for my washing machine.

I will switch to a plastic-free deodorant — whether purchased or DIY'd.

When available, I will purchase clothing and bedding made with natural fibers, such as cotton, linen, or wool, rather than synthetic fibers.

I will pick up 3 piece(s) of litter each day.

I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about the costs of fast fashion and begin trying to practice sustainable fashion in my own life.

I will teach my little ones about microplastics while we do a craft project together using glitter alternatives.

If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me.