An introduction to the circular economy fleshed out with an extensive library of essays, articles, videos and research.
Source — Ellen MacArthur Foundation, UK
Age — All ages, though most materials are appropriate for middle school and beyond
Cost — Free
Go to — ”What Is A Circular Economy?”
Go to — Teaching Resources Website
An informative and engaging podcast addressing multiple dimensions of repair. Includes interviews with significant actors in the global repair movement.
Source — The Restart Project, London, UK
Age — High school and up (14 years old and up)
Cost — Free
Go to — Restart Radio
Movie: Repair plays one of the leading roles in this riveting and sickening documentary about excessive consumption.
Source — Netflix
Age — All ages
Cost — Netflix subscription
Go to — Buy Now!
Video about a business model incorporating repair reduces the environmental impact of the outdoor gear and apparel industry.
Source — The Story of Stuff
Age — Middle school and up (11 years old and up)
Cost — Free
Go to — Video (3 minutes)
Interactive map for supply chains of various companies.
Source — Source Map
Age — All ages
Cost — Free
Go to — Supply Chain Map
Do not be misled by “Coloring Book”! This is sophisticated material, designed for high school students.
Source — The Maintainers, USA and worldwide
Age — Middle school and up (13 years old and up)
Cost — Free
Go to — Coloring Book
Hardware repair vocational training.
Source — PolicyLab Africa, Lagos, Nigeria
Age — High School (16 - 18 years old)
Cost — Free
Go to — Gifted Hands
Introductory guide for teachers and repair workshop facilitators. (French)
Source — ADEME, France
Age — Middle and High School (13 - 18 years old)
Cost — Free
Go to — Guide (French)
Panel discussion on how repair is practiced and connects communities across the world.
Source — The Maintainers
Age — High school and up (14 years old and up)
Cost — Free
Go to — Video (1 hour 25 minutes)
Articles, essays and research (French, some English).
Source — ADEME, France
Age — High school and up (15 years old and up)
Cost — Free
Go to — Library (mostly French, some English)
Presentations and discussion — Representatives from four educational initiatives and one scholar in the field.
Source — The Restart Project
Age — Adults — educators and advocates
Cost — Free
Go to — FixFest 2022 Repair in K - 12 Educational Settings
