Reuse, Recycle, Reinvent! That’s the story of this musical craft. Taking the time to turn trash into treasure will not only benefit your children and spend an afternoon making memories but will help the planet. So why not raid the recycling bin to create your next guitar? With a little bit of creativity and a half hour, the house can turn into a concert filled with fun and the magic of KidLinks. Let’s Recycle Everything gives you a new way to look at things with a fun beat that is sure to be sung around the house for days to come.

Supplies

• Small packing box
• Stickers
• Markers
• Rubber bands

Directions

1. Cut open the box so one side is exposed
2. Decorate the box with stickers and markers
3. Place rubber bands around the box spread evenly and with different sizes to create unique sounds
4. Rock out!

As you work on this craft, listen Let’s Recycle Everything

Conversation starters

• What's your favorite thing to do outside?
• What is something you can do to make the earth more beautiful?
• Would you rather have the weather be super hot or super cold?
• Why is it important to have so many different kinds of plants and animals on Earth?