For my Capstone project, titled “Self-Expression: Embedding Healthy Habits at a Young Age,” I developed a mini-course aimed at fostering healthy habits of self-expression in lower school children. Through interactive activities such as journaling, coloring, and vision boards, I provided students with outlets to express their emotions and learn effective communication skills. Drawing on research highlighting the negative consequences of inadequate self-expression resources for children, I aimed to address this issue and promote emotional intelligence and self-awareness. By incorporating techniques like color psychology and daily reading check-ins, I sought to equip children with the tools to identify and manage their emotions. Throughout the project, I discovered the value of teaching children healthy expression habits and the positive impact of activities like dancing, dream boards, and journaling. Following a lesson plan that included journaling, analyzing inspirational quotes, and engaging in creative activities like painting, I witnessed positive reactions from the students and fostered an environment where they felt heard and understood. By providing students with options and opportunities for collaboration, I enhanced their engagement and sense of control over their education. The project highlighted the importance of teaching healthy self-expression habits to children, laying the foundation for their personal and social development while preparing them for a brighter future.

Water contamination is a serious issue that affects not only the environment but also the economy and the health of people. When dangerous compounds are introduced into bodies of water like lakes, rivers, and seas, the water quality deteriorates and aquatic ecosystems are destroyed. Agricultural runoff, sewage disposal, industrial discharges, and other factors can all contribute to water contamination.

Several tactics and measures may be used to solve this problem, such as cutting back on the use of harmful chemicals, enhancing wastewater treatment, controlling industrial and agricultural operations, and engaging in responsible waste disposal. A sustainable ecosystem may also be promoted by increasing public knowledge of the effects of water pollution and motivating people to take action.

I feel that we could have provided more thorough justifications for the precise steps and approaches used to address water pollution. Additionally, showing how water contamination affects certain ecosystems especially Philadelphia.