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Reuse and recycling detective

Explore another use for a clean box and check local recycling rules.

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What you need

A clean empty cardboard box and large child-appropriate crayons.

Age: 3–5 years; choose for the individual child.

Let's make it happen

  1. Look at the box together and imagine a new use, such as a pretend shop or a place to store crayons.
  2. Draw a door, sign, or other detail on the outside and use the box in your story.
  3. When finished using it, ask an adult to check whether the local recycling program accepts the box.

Adult removes staples, tape, and loose pieces; do not put the box over a child. Adult handles disposal and checks local collection rules.

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