Discover

The process began by identifying the global issue of improper waste disposal and its environmental impacts, such as landfill overuse, contamination, and greenhouse gas emissions. To address this, we focused on educating children about waste management early in life. Through brainstorming, we explored various ways to make this education engaging and impactful, settling on a fun, interactive game as the solution.

Define

After research and brainstorming ideas, the problem was clearly defined which was a lack of proper waste disposal knowledge among children. The goal was to create a game that would teach children to categorize waste correctly while raising awareness about sustainability. The design objectives included making the game visually appealing, simple to understand, and engaging enough to retain children’s attention.

Develop

The prototype was built using recycled and household materials to align with the theme of sustainability. Cardboard boxes became recycling bins, laminated cards represented waste items, and tools like scissors and markers were used for assembly. A color-coded system (green for organic, blue for recyclables, black for general waste) was implemented to simplify sorting. Several iterations were completed, with each round refining the mechanics and improving the visual design to better engage children.

Deliver

The final product was a polished prototype of the game that incorporated interactive and educational features. It was designed to teach proper waste disposal habits while being fun and accessible. The game successfully balanced education and entertainment, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and environmental awareness among children.