We often use something once and then get rid of it. When we reuse something, we find ways to use it again. Our old clothes, books, and toys could be given away to friends or secondhand stores. Some people are working to upcycle things that used to be thrown in the trash. Upcycling involves turning old materials into something new and even better. An old sheet of bubble wrap could be turned into a purse, or a pile of old license plates could be made into a lunchbox. Instead of throwing things away, we can find fun and creative ways of using them again