RAC’s Healthier air education program teaches students about the air that we breathe, and the impact harmful vehicle emissions has on our health.

Online resources

In this three-part education series, students will investigate the characteristics of air pollution and healthy air in their communities and around the world, taking action to ensure healthy air for everyone.

This online series will cover a range of topics that include:

  • The air we breathe and our health
  • Air pollution and where it comes from
  • Emissions and their impact on air pollution
  • How air quality can be improved
  • The role everyone can play in promoting healthier air

This easy-to-follow series aligns with the WA Curriculum (PDF 495KB) and can be adapted and used by teachers in the classroom or delivered in the current format at home.

Primary Ed 3 - Bikes and scooter safety

Edition 1:  What is healthy air?

An introduction to the air we breathe, emissions and pollutants and the benefits of healthy air.

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Primary Ed 4 - Passenger safety

Edition 2: Investigate healthy air

Investigating air health in WA and around the world. 

NEW! Now with activities that link to RAC's Air Health Monitor

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Primary Ed 5 - Road safe

Edition 3: Action for healthy air

Students will consider what action can be taken to improve air health in their community.

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Why healthy air?

Air pollution causes harm to humans, animals, and the environment. In major cities across Australia, the main source of air pollution is from motor vehicle emissions.

RAC’s Vision 2030 is for a safer, sustainable, and connected future for Western Australians. To create a more sustainable future, we must eliminate harmful vehicle emissions so current and future generations can enjoy healthier and cleaner air.

Did you enjoy our healthier air resources?

RAC also provides free road safety education presentations and online resources.


Road safety education

For more information contact schooleducation@rac.com.au