To celebrate National Storytelling Week, Recycle Western Riverside (RWR) are organising a reading of the book “The Lorax” by the ever popular Dr. Seuss at Askew Road Library to teach children about environmental responsibility. The RWR campaign is inviting local children to come and listen to the story on Friday 4th February at 3.45pm, and then take part in a fun hands-on papermaking session.
Children will be read the story of “The Lorax” by Recycle Western Riverside Education Officer, Melanie Chew. Says Ms Chew, “It’s amazing to think that this story about the dangers of depleting our natural resources was written over 35 years ago and is still so relevant today.”
During the papermaking sessions, children will use old shredded paper to make sheets of recycled paper which they can then decorate for Valentine’s Day.
Says Ms Chew, ”This is a great way to encourage the reuse and recycling of resources. Children love seeing how rubbish can be turned into something new and will be able to take a beautiful piece of recycled paper away with them. They will be able to use the paper they make as Valentine’s cards or to write a pledge on to recycle more.”
Recycle Western Riverside Campaign Manager Annette Mayne says, “With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it is important to remind people that they can recycle all the cards they may be lucky enough to receive - as well as any empty champagne or wine bottles!”
The event starts at 3.45pm and will take one hour. A free copy of “The Lorax” as well as notepads and pens made from recycled paper will be given to participating children. Parents are welcome too. There are limited places so call Askew Road Library on 020 8753 3863 to reserve a place today!
January 30, 2005
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