school recycling

archival Scholastic Classroom Resources

Download and/or print earlier versions of standards-based recycling materials created by AF&PA and Scholastic.  Recycling Starts with You! is a dynamic education program for students in grades 3-6. The standards-based classroom materials have helped to raise student awareness on the importance of paper recycling while building on language arts and math skills.  

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Cover Poster Standards Lessons 1 - 4 Worksheet 1 Worksheet 2 Worksheet 3 Worksheet 4 Download all materials

 

 

 

 

 

 

A guide for developing a recycling program at your school Interested in starting a school recycling program? Learn more about how you can involve your school in paper recycling.	2008 Recovered Paper Annual Statistics In 2008, a record-high 57.4 percent of the paper consumed in the U.S. was recovered for recycling. While the rate shows impressive growth, there is cautionary news as well. The global recession resulted in a sharp decline in demand for paper and recovered fiber, resulting in decreases in consumption and overall tons recovered. The long-term impact of the slowdown will depend on the speed with which the economy rebounds.
Frequently asked questions about paper recycling Find answers to common questions about paper recycling.	Order Materials Download and order materials about paper recycling.
Paper Recycling: From Curb to Consumer Paper Recycling: Curb to Consumer.	Additional Links and Resources American Forest & Paper Association Keep America Beautiful Paperboard Packaging Alliance Project Learning Tree