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The Chinese invented paper made from plants and cloth about 2,000 years ago. Learners follow a similar process to make paper from recycled paper.

Learners make their own paper. They start by shredding old newspaper, clean toilet paper, and clean paper towels.

In this simple activity, learners discover how a mere piece of paper can be used to hold up the weight of a heavy book.

In this activity on page 11 of the PDF, learners follow simple steps to recycle old newspaper into new paper.

In this activity, learners explore the properties of paper by constructing and modifying paper airplanes.

In this activity, learners explore the question "What is paper?" Learners discover the processes and materials required to make paper while experimenting with different recycled fibers and tools.

Things that are different sizes and stiffness vibrate differently, and in this Exploratorium Science Snack, you'll see how rings of various diameters react to vibration and external forces.

In this activity, learners explore the strength of different shapes. Fold paper into triangles, squares, and other shapes, then experiment with how much weight they can hold.

Learners shred used paper, add water, and blend it into pulp. They then strain and roll the pulp out to make new paper.