Why Should You Recycle? Let Me Show You The Reasons

Whether it is an oil spill, plastic on the beach, fishing line tossed over bored or a simple bottle tossed on the ground, it is harming the environment and the beautiful creatures living in it, including ourselves. Millions of animals die each year from either oil spills or getting caught in a piece of plastic that suffocates them.

Instead of tossing our trash out the window or over board, it is time we took a minute out of our busy day to recycle our waste and make sure in makes it to the appropriate spot. There are recycling bins all around the world where we can sort or plastics, cardboard, glass and food. Is it really that difficult where we cannot do this to help maintain a healthy environment. You could even start reusing your materials to save trees and avoid further destruction to the forest. What many people do not realize is that we are ruining the planet for our children and grandchildren. If we do not put a stop to this now our future family members will be living in a world of filth and disaster all because we did not take a stand.

Make recycling fun for your family. Here are some great activities for you and your family to do to help maintain a green lifestyle and a healthier environment.


1)Use newspaper and old calenders to avoid purchasing new wrapping paper. This is an excellent project for children and adults and also shows your true loyalty to the planet.


2)Make organizing your recyclables fun. Decorate the bins and make it a daily routine to see who can find the most recyclables in your home and on your property.


3)For younger children, give treats or prizes to them for recycling. Whether it is a simple snack or staying up past curfew, they will be sure to enjoy the outcomes from helping their planet.


4)Use paper bags for book covers. Who says you can't decorate your own?


5)Don't just throw away clothing. Use it to make baby doll clothing, patch up old jeans or to make a blanket for your children.


There are so many ways that you can make recycling into an activity rather than a chore. When you go to throw something away sit down and think of what else you could use it for whether its for arts n crafts, something to clean up messes or even just something to pass on to someone else who can use it.