Making with Recycled Objects

Youth were provided with a variety of recycled items, such as carpet scraps, fabric, cardboard, paper towel rolls, and other items. Items were saved by educators as well as purchased from a local store that sells recycled items. Youth were able to create projects using the items. Pictured here is a box made from carpet squares, a hot glue gun, and jewel decorations. This activity allows youth to use their own creativity and imagination to create objects. Additionally, it provided an opportunity to learn about principles of sustainability.