In this book, readers learn about the history of recycling, the technological challenges it faces, its economic pros and cons, and the ways it is changing markets and the world.
"Carefully leveled text and ... photographs introduce early fluent readers to the science and engineering behind recycling. Includes infographics, activity, glossary, and index"--Provided by publisher.
investigate what happens when you throw it out : with 25 projects
Latham, Donna
2011
Prompts readers to think about the choices they make that generate garbage, looks at ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle, discusses the history of garbage, and includes twenty-five projects.
Color photographs and simple text introduce readers to recycling, including why recycling is important and the different ways people reuse and recycle materials.
25 paper folding projects reusing everyday materials
LaFosse, Michael G
2010
Offers twenty-five origami projects, from such designers as Nick Robinson and Rhona Geurkewitz, using old calendar pages, candy wrappers, newspaper, postcards, envelopes, and grocery bags.