recycling

One of the biggest problems facing Earth today is man-made: plastic. Because this material is so versatile, it became the default for making just about everything for years. From drink cups to toys, plastic is all around us. But very little plastic is recycled, and that which is recycled is done so improperly. Readers may be familiar with bans on plastic bags and other solutions to the plastic problem, but this title takes them a step further in understanding how and why we got into trouble in the first place as well as how people might be able to fix it.

"[This book] . . . skips over preaching and platitudes common to books on environmentalism and instead gets right to the real information that kids need. It takes readers through every step of the recycling process, from the moment that they throw an item in the bin to its journey through the recycling machinery and on its way to its new life. It gives kids the answers and resources they need to be far better informed than their parents, many of whom were raised on the un-nuanced and often inaccurate 'recycling solves everything' mantra. It shows how sorting concepts that kids already know and practice can be applied to waste. And it empowers even early elementary school children to make smarter choices about consumption and disposal, using ideas and examples that they can understand. Adapted from the adult nonfiction book of the same title, 'Can I Recycle This?' is a both fun and educational book to teach the littlest readers the hows and whys of recycling, and to introduce them to the responsibility that we all have to protect the environment"--Provided by publisher.

"Mr Roll is a regular toilet paper tube. He is hardworking and does his job well. But when the paper runs out, he is tossed aside and labelled as trash... Is this the end for Mr Roll? Come along with Mr Roll as he discovers that there is so much more that he can be"--Provided by publisher.

The familiar refrain of "recycle, reduce, reuse" has been around for decades. Nonetheless, many people still don't make the effort to follow these principles when disposing of used items or obtaining new ones. This vital volume helps readers understand why recycling is important, how it happens, and the problems that arise during the recycling process. Additionally, it offers age-appropriate solutions readers can begin to implement in their lives and communities right away and long term.

"Information accompanies step-by-step instructions on how to upcycle glass jars into . . . crafts. The text level and subject matter are intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher.

"Broken crayons, fabric scraps, and other old art supplies find new life in this fun-filled crafts title! Readers will follow along with step-by-step instructions and photos to make a picture frame, jump rope, and more. The title opens with an introduction to upcycling and the importance of reusing materials, as well as a materials and tools list. Tips throughout the book provide helpful hints to take your crafting even further!"--Provided by the publisher.

"What to do with old plastic toys, bottles, jugs, and bags?. . . Get eco-creative with more than [ten] . . . upcycled crafts"--.

"Save cast-off clothes from the landfill and use eco-creativity to make more than [ten] . . . creations!"--.

"Taking readers on a quick but informative tour of how recycling actually works (setting aside the propaganda we were all taught as kids), [this book] gives straightforward answers to whether dozens of common household objects can or cannot be recycled, as well as the information you need to make that decision for anything else you encounter. [The author] has distilled her years of experience into this non-judgmental, easy-to-use guide that will change the way you think about what you throw away and how you do it"--Provided by publisher.

"Don't recycle that magazine or old gift wrap--re-craft it! Nature-inspired jewelry hangers, earth-friendly journals, funky window suncatchers, and more are just a snip, fold, or stitch away. Turn old paper into new, one-of-a-kind eco-creations with more than 10 fun crafts"--Provided by the publisher.