Be a recycling hero!

Recycling has become an everyday topic, which is fantastic news for our world. However, sometimes it can be seen as scary and overwhelming – “how can my efforts make any difference?”

Today is Global Recycling Day - here’s some ideas to get you talking about recycling with your family:

• When you create a meal, sort out your packaging to see which pieces can be recycled
• When you go out for a walk, take a flask of drink with you rather than purchasing a disposable cup
• See if your local area has a ‘zero waste’ shop where you can take your own containers to fill up with store cupboard essentials and some yummy treats
• If you have babies, have a look at the UK Nappy Network to see if there’s a cloth nappy library near you
• Take a bag for life with you when you go shopping so that you don’t need a new plastic carrier bag each time
• Have a look at our blog from Martin Dorey, founder of the #2minutebeachclean, for more ideas

Some crafty recycling activities…

• Making a bird feeder out of recycled materials
• Have a go at making a wildflower seed ball
• Combine crafting with music to make a mini banjo from a recycled jar lid

If you have a go at any of these activities, or have ideas you'd like to share with other families, drop us an email: takepart@parentkind.org.uk