"Turn items headed for the trash into fun, educational, and safe toys and activities for young children ... Organized by age group this book has sections for working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and schoolagers. Each activity includes: a description of the ways children might use the toy, suggestions for extending the learning, a list of materials needed and step-by-step instructions, a green idea for additional ways to be eco- friendly ..."--P. [4] of cover.