Looks at what happens to plastic items when they are thrown away, explains what recycling is, and shows ways in which plastic bottles, containers, and bags can be reused, with instructions for a related craft project.
Looks at what happens to paper when it is thrown in the trash, and then looks at alternative things that the reader could make out of it instead of throwing the paper away.
Looks at what happens to old buttons and beads when they are thrown in the trash, and then looks at alternative things that the reader could make out of them instead of throwing the buttons and beads away.
Looks at what happens to jars and pots when they are thrown away, explains what recycling is, and shows ways in which old jars and pots can be reused, with instructions for a related craft project.
Photographs and easy-to-follow text provide instructions for children to make toys, decorations, musical instruments, and more out of recycled cardboard.