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Topic: Reuse

Subtopics: Upcycling

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Another Band’s Treasure: A Story of Recycled Instruments

by Hua Lin Xie

“The Recycled Orchestra went on to play all over the world, changing the lives of the young people born near the landfill. More and more people become invested and involved in this project, even founding a music school.”

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Jayden’s Impossible Garden

by Mélina Mangal

“The magic of nature was all around them—right there in the middle of the city.”

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Love Grows Everywhere

by Barry Timms

“Love grows everywhere… / from country farm to city square. / From desert village, hot and dry, / to mountain home where eagles fly.”

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One Earth

by Eileen Spinelli

“One Earth, so beautiful / Remember—only one”

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The Extraordinary Book That Eats Itself

by Penelope Arlon, Susan Hayes

“This is a book that turns itself into dozens of eco-projects to inspire you to think more about the planet we all call home.”

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