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The first step in paper recycling is gathering the waste paper. Next, the paper is shredded and soaked in water or special fluids to break down the paper into fibers. Chemicals are sometimes added to remove ink particles from recycled magazines, newspapers and other printed materials.
Brainstorm ways to conserve trees as a natural resource, e.g., reuse paper bags, use both sides of a piece of paper, use durable napkins and plates, etc., instead of disposables. Have students describe how the practice of recycling paper saves natural resources.
Worksheet. Newspaper and other paper products collected for recycling from Palm Beach County residents are sorted at the Solid Waste Authority (SWA) of Palm Beach County’s Materials Recycling Facility.
Recycling paper is the most eco-efficient waste management option and the use of recycled fibre complements the need for virgin wood fibre to meet societal demands for paper and board products. Paper is one of the most recycled products.
PDF. Download our free Recycling primary resource sheet: tailored to the curriculum, this science resource helps pupils learn about what happens to our household waste and why it is important to reduce, re-use and recycle. Where does most of our rubbish end up? How are glass, paper, metal and plastic recycled?
English ESL Worksheets. General Topics. Environment
Linguistic Learning Objective: by the end of the lesson, students will be able to: use lexical items related to recycling within simple structures such as: we can recycle/we can’t recycle. use the imperative form to list ways to stop littering such as: recycle paper, and don’t throw papers.
