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Children from Praia de Mira swapped play for a mission to protect the sea

Notícias de Coimbra1 September 2026 at 16:21

In Praia de Mira, a group of children began this week a mission dedicated to protecting the sea. The youngest swapped their usual play activities for educational and environmental awareness activities.

The initiative took place between games, learning and a walk, providing children with a practical and interactive experience about the importance of preserving the marine environment.

The action had the active participation of children from the local community, who learned in a playful way about coastal ecosystems and the need to protect the oceans.

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