Turn something old into something new. Recycling is a way to save the Earth's natural resources. Many materials can be recycled. Three types of commonly recycled beverage containers are aluminum, glass and plastic. If your school does not already have an organized recycling program, ask your teacher or principal about organizing one.
Every community collects different recyclable materials.
Be sure to check with your local recycling program to find out which materials are accepted in your area. You can reduce the amount of garbage you create by buying items with very little packaging. You can also buy things that last a long time. Save an item and use it over again. Examples include using a soda or water bottle over again or using a reusable lunch box instead of a paper bag.