Program Description:

Nearly 32% of the material going into our landfills is paper, making it the largest component of the waste stream. A recent study indentified nearly all the paper is either recyclable or compostable. This program describes the production of paper from its virgin state and recycled state, and allows students to participate in making recycled paper.

Organizations Served: School and After-School

Program Provider: Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District
Grade Level: a) Pre-K, b) Kindergarten, c) 1st Grade, d) 2nd Grade, e) 3rd Grade, f) 4th Grade

How much does the program cost? Free

Program Provider Website: http://www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org
Contact Person Name: Jenny Lohmann
Contact Person Phone: 513-946-7736
Contact Person Email: jenny.lohmann@hamilton-co-org
Subject Matter: Art, Air Quality and Pollution, History, Reduce Reuse Recycle

Program Length: Less than 1 hour
Maximum Number of Students: 30
Days Offered: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Times Offered: Flexible
State Content Standards Met: Ohio
Venue Needed: Classroom
Region: Greater Cincinnati Area

Extra materials, if any: electricity, water