This study examined using cooperative learning to teach environmental education and cross-cultural topics to 9-year-old students in Greece. Data was collected through questionnaires and observation. Analysis found students enjoyed working together and considered different ideas. Students participated willingly in activities about their neighborhood and completing an environmental evaluation during a field trip. Both students and teachers felt cooperative learning was a positive experience that helped students learn. The researchers concluded cooperative learning is an effective way to promote environmental education and cross-cultural topics when incorporated into the curriculum.