What is recycling?
What does recycling mean?
Turning old things into new things
Can we recycle paper?
Yes
Why is recycling good for the Earth?
It keeps trash out of landfills
What are the 3 R’s?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Is a banana peel trash, compost, or recycling?
Compost
What is one example of something people recycle?
Paper (also: cans, bottles)
Can plastic bottles be recycled?
Yes
What happens to trash if it’s not recycled?
It ends up in landfills
What does “reduce” mean?
Use less of something
Is a plastic water bottle trash or recycling?
Recycling
What happens to old things when we recycle them?
They get made into new things
Can food scraps go in the recycling bin?
No
Recycling helps protect what kind of areas?
Forests and nature
What does “reuse” mean?
Use something again
Is a glass jar trash or recycling?
Recycling
Where do we put things to be recycled?
What is a recycling bin?
Name one material that can be recycled into something else
Glass, plastic, paper, or metal
If we recycle paper, what can we save?
Trees
Give one example of something you can reuse
Water bottle, bag, jar, etc.
Is a greasy pizza box recycling or trash?
Trash
What do we call materials we reuse to make something new?
Recyclables
What should you do with really messy or dirty recyclables?
Rinse or clean them
How does recycling help animals?
It keeps their homes clean
Which R should you try first if you can?
Reduce
If you’re not sure, what’s the best thing to do?
Ask an adult or check the label