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Reuse and recycling detective
Explore another use for a clean box and check local recycling rules.
Let's play →
A little plan for play
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A clean empty cardboard box and large child-appropriate crayons.
Age: 3–5 years; choose for the individual child.
Let's make it happen
- Look at the box together and imagine a new use, such as a pretend shop or a place to store crayons.
- Draw a door, sign, or other detail on the outside and use the box in your story.
- When finished using it, ask an adult to check whether the local recycling program accepts the box.
Adult removes staples, tape, and loose pieces; do not put the box over a child. Adult handles disposal and checks local collection rules.