Myrtle the Turtle

Myrtle Head

MDOT’s “Myrtle the Turtle” program targets school age children, grades K-5. Included in the 30-minute presentation is an eight-minute animated video which depicts Myrtle’s world. Myrtle considers all of Mississippi her home and encourages children to take responsibility to keep their home, Mississippi, clean and beautiful for all to enjoy.

The program includes a variety of student and teacher resources, such as:

  • 30-minute program for grades Pre K - 5.
  • Includes animated Myrtle the Turtle video.
  • Presented by MDOT District Litter Prevention Coordinator.
  • Reinforcement materials provided to students.
  • Mississippi Department of Education approved STEM lesson plans provided to teachers.

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