Recycling paper is one of the first steps to going green and now kids can recycle their own in a unique green craft project kit. It comes with all they need to learn the principles of paper recycling and make their own paper from the used paper around the house. They can create some wonderful craft projects as they learn. This is an inexpensive set, and though the principle is green the materials look rather cheap and plastic, not made to last all that long. One comment from a user was that it would be better to use the kitchen blender than the mixer from the kit. But all in all it’s a fun and affordable idea that kids will enjoy and learn from.

Costs $12.97 from Discovery Store.

If you are looking to replace the toxic petrochemical fumes of regular firestarters with something greener, these fun firestarters do the job and are made from recycled materials too. Ever wondered what happens to the leftover stubs of all those church candles? Here they are recycled, mixed with wood fiber and shaped into efficient firestarters, so you don’t even need to burn newspapers and breathe in their inky fumes either. The church candles used for these firestarters are said to be an ecumenical blend from Catholic, Lutheran and other churches and a donation goes to Habitat for Humanity with every purchase, so you can give your halo a little polish when you use these green alternatives to firestarters! One package contains enough firestarters for approx 30 fires.

Costs $16 from Real Goods
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This chair is made from 100% polywood, which is a recycled plastic wood substitute. It resists rot, insects, and weather of all types. You can purchase this chair from greenhome.com for $296.00

This binder is made form 100% recycled products. This product contains no dyes and is natural in color. You can purchase this binder from greenhome.com by the case of 30 for $85.00

These decorative bowls are made from real vinyl records. You can use them for dry snacks or decorative pieces. They can be purchased from Amazon.com for $24.99