(Washington, DC) Trash Talk, a new color tabloid for children aged 6-12 is now available for summer reading. This free publication gives kids a fun way to learn about trash, conservation, and recycling. The paper has four pages of pictures, short articles, and games, all aimed at helping primary and middle school students understand how they can help protect the environment, use resources wisely and keep their communities clean

DPW's Solid Waste Education and Enforcement Program (SWEEP) produces Trash Talk and other environmental education materials for its classroom module, SWEEP, Jr.

Additionally, SWEEP has published a companion newspaper for junior high and high school aged young adults called One Person's Trash…Your Guide to Reducing, Reusing and Recycling. This paper offers more sophisticated articles on subjects such as electronics recycling, alternative fuels and new uses for old products. One Person's Trash… and Trash Talk are available in DC Public Libraries and Department of Parks and Recreation Centers citywide. Both publications can also be downloaded from DPW's website in the Brochures and Fact Sheets section.

For more information on the District's residential and commercial recycling programs, call the DPW Recycling Hotline at (202) 645-8245.