With the fall season beginning in just a few days, it is time to plan for seasonal activities and events! Trips to pumpkin patches and haunted houses are always fun, but some days, it is just as enticing to curl up at home with a good book.
For voracious readers, with stacks of novels at home, it may be a good time to comb through bookshelves and decide if any books are no longer needed. Instead of throwing unused and unwanted books away, books can be "upcycled" and/ or re-purposed in creative, and green, ways. Learn some methods for "recycling" books here:
1. Donate books to a new home: A great way to "recycle" old books is to donate them! Many organizations, like non profit organizations/ charities, accept gently used books. In addition, local libraries often accept book donations. In the Montgomery County Public Library system, many branches accept book donations. Learn more about MCPL here.
2. Identify academic texts and old school books: Academic books like old course books can also be donated or even sold. Sometimes, universities will buy back old academic texts. In addition, local school systems will sometimes accept donations of gently used textbooks and academic texts.
3. Start a book swap with friends: While this method will not help in an effort to get rid of excess books, this is a great way to connect with friends both near and far and experience new novels and texts. Contact friends, coworkers, and acquaintances to form a book swap, and send books to each member on a monthly (or routine) basis.
4. Use old books for creative projects: Books can be used for more than just reading! Books can be deconstructed and used for multiple different craft projects for both children and adults. Learn some craft ideas on resources like Pinterest.
5. Transform books into unique home decor: Looking for a DIY home project? Try to re-purpose some old books to create interesting wall decor, centerpieces, and hanging shelves. Pinterest also has numerous resources for book related decor projects.
Do you have other ideas for what to do with old books? Let us know in the comments!
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