recycling (waste)

"Sylvie's excitement for the upcoming Earth Day Extravaganza fizzles when her cousin, the non-recycler, visits, and she worries about not only saving the entire world, but the extravaganza itself"--Provided by publisher.

Provides ideas and step-by-step instructions to create accessories, gifts, and room decorations out of old clothing, junk mail, soup cans, cereal boxes, and other disposable items.

Instructed to get rid of all her broken toys, Kenya, with the help of her father, recycles them into art for her class project.

"Plastic bags are being banned in many places, but is this the right thing to do? Readers will be able to answer this question for themselves in an informed way after they explore the environmental, economic, and legal sides to the debate surrounding plastic bag bans. The enlightening main text is presented alongside full-color photographs, and a detailed graphic organizer allows readers to compare different viewpoints"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to recycling, following Tyler as he learns what happens to things when they are recycled, and describing ways to participate with instructions for a related activity.

An introduction to recycling, following Tyler as he looks for ways to reuse his old things.

Introduces young readers to the three principles of reducing pollution, explaining the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling different types of waste.

Explains how recycling helps the environment; describes the benefits of reusing and recycling glass, plastic, aluminum, paper, and other materials; and presents suggestions for recycling at home and at school.

The mischievous monkey learns about protecting the environment by planting trees and recycling paper. Includes tips on conserving energy and resources.