Introduction

Here’s a fun way to learn about the three R's--reduce, reuse, and recycle!

Objectives

To create a robot from materials you've recycled

Materials

• Cereal box
• Three smaller boxes for head and feet
• Four toilet paper tubes 
• Plastic lids (at least six)
• Aluminum wrap
• Optional items:  straws, cola cans, buttons etc....
• Hot glue gun

• These are suggested materials only as this is an open-ended activity.

Procedure

Use the material list above or students can bring objects from home to create a robot. Wrap the boxes with aluminum foil. Larger boxes can be used for the body and a smaller box for the head.  Attach the paper tubes for the arms and legs. Plastic lids can be used for facial features. Use optional items to decorate the robot.

Conclusion

Recycling is the process of turning used waste and materials into new products. This helps to prevent useful materials from being wasted and reduces energy use and pollution. The waste disposal hierarchy is Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.