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Let's Recycle Paper

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Students investigate how paper can be recycled into new and reusable paper. They listen to the book, Johnny & the Old Oak Tree, and Sir Johnny's Recycling Adventure, observe a demonstration of the paper pulp being made, and assist in forming the paper.

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papermaking, crafts, recycling

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making paper, paper, recycling paper, science
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Grade
K - 5th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning
Year
2004
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