Creative Recycling Ideas for Kids

As a child, learning about improper waste disposal and the harm it does to the environment and wildlife is devastating. The last thing any 5-year-old wants to hear is how plastic bottles pile up in the ocean, harming fishes and turtles. At Starr Dumpsters, we provide kids with helpful tips to turn waste into creative art. Whether at home or school, we can provide tailored dumpster rental services to help separate recyclable from landfill waste. Let’s delve into some of the creative and fun ways kids can recycle and reduce waste.

Funny Egg Head Planters

One creative recycling idea for funny egg head planters. All you need are eggshells, seeds, soil, cardstock, and permanent markers. Carve holes in the eggs and drain them. Once they are dry, encourage your kids to draw silly or cute faces on their eggs before filling them with soil. Spoon the seeds and water them for several days until they sprout. This is a fun activity that also allows kids to learn about plants, and how they can reuse other objects for various purposes.

Paper Roll Dragons

Children are creative and often want to make something really cool. Paper roll dragons are fun and easy to make, reducing the number of toilet paper rolls in the landfill. Collect all the paper rolls or rent a dumpster to ease the process. You’ll also need cereal, acrylic paint, glue, scissors, cardboard egg carton, and marker pens. Instruct the children to cut the dragon heads from the indents of egg cartons before gluing them on to the paper rolls. Paint the entire dragon and draw eyes on the head. Next attach arms, wings, horns and feet.

Cardboard Flower Collage

Children perceive waste differently, whether toilet paper rolls, egg cartons or cardboard boxes. You can rent a dumpster to collect these waste, as children can use these materials to create brilliant collages. Besides the materials mentioned, you’ll also need paint, scissors, and glue. Cut cardboard rectangles and squares and ask the kids to paint them sky blue. Next, cut out the flowers and paint them with different colors. After the paint dries, use glue to attach the flowers onto the cardboard.

Chair Fidgets Out of Old T-shirts

Another creative recycling idea for kids is to make fidgets out of old t-shirts. This is a great way to make kids aware of useful things they can make out of recycled materials. You need old t-shirts with multiple colors, needle and thread, and a pair of scissors. Cut the old clothes into strips while sewing their ends. It is advisable if an adult handles this part of the process. Wrap the ends and secure them together before wrapping them around the chair legs.

Waste disposal doesn’t always mean hauling everything to the local landfill. The creative recycling ideas for kids are great solutions to reducing your home’s environmental footprint without breaking the bank. Contact us at Starr Dumpsters and schedule a consultation with our experts to learn more helpful recycling tips for your children. We provide comprehensive dumpster rental services, including unit drop-off and hauling, at competitive rates.