UnCapped Oklahoma! challenges elementary students to tackle litter and recycling through creativity. Using our curriculum, students learn why recycling matters, then take action by building a work of art entirely from plastic bottle caps. Alongside their artwork, students write a short essay on what they learned and how they can inspire their school, family, and community to reduce waste.

Materials for Elementary Aged Students

Below is the curriculum and materials for this competition - everything you need to teach the topic before students start making art! These documents include activities, vocabulary words, discussion prompts, and more. Grab what fits your classroom. Use as little or as much as you'd like! Click on each square below to access the material.

Interested in Designing a T-Shirt?

Put your artistic skills to the test! All K–12 students (ages 5–18) are eligible for Design Oklahoma, our 2027 Great American Cleanup in Oklahoma T-Shirt Design Contest. The winning design gets printed and worn by thousands of volunteers across the state. Check out Design Oklahoma!

Student Environmental Champions Awards

Every spring, KOB celebrates the students, organizations, and schools making a real difference for Oklahoma's environment at the Student Environmental Champions Awards. Winners from each competition are honored in person with certificates, recognition, food, and a fun day! Learn more about SEC Awards!