1. Rent your books from your school or local library Not only will you be saving paper but you will also be saving money since renting materials from the library is free. The library tends to have all of the popular and classic books (as well as magazines, CDs, DVDs, and even video games); and if they don’t have what you’re looking for, you can always recommend that they purchase it. The only downfall is that you maybe have to wait a few weeks to get your book (if it’s on hold). Photo credit: "Quirk Books" ("Arthur" TV show). 2. Buy your books used /second-hand Again, you will be saving trees while saving money (as books are cheaper used than they are new). Great places to find used books are book sales (at schools, libraries, malls, etc.) and second-hand stores. Sometimes, schools will even sell used textbooks for a cheaper price. The drawback to this option is that you may have to shop/ call around if you are looking for a particular book. 3. Use a Kindle or e-reader This option produces no paper! It is also usually cheaper to buy an e-book than a paperback/ hardcover book. Libraries typically rent out e-books for no cost (e-movies and e-music too). The downside to this option is that you have to purchase a Kindle or another type of device that supports e-books (if you don’t already have one). It also uses electricity to power your device and your device will eventually become e-waste when it breaks. 4. Use an audio book Again, this option is paperless! Audio books are also often cheaper than paperback/ hardcover books and can be available at your local and school libraries. Although, this option does require you to buy a device that supports audio books (if you don’t already have one); which also uses electricity and will eventually become e-waste. 5. Lend out your books I understand that sometimes you have to buy your book (e.g. it’s not available at the library or you need to highlight the book for school). But when you are done with it, you can lend it (or give it) to a family member or friend so that they don’t have to buy their own copy. You could even start your own “mini library” at your house (people can take a book from the “mini library” at no cost and/ or leave a book for someone else to read). Photo credit: "Rochester Public Library". 6. Sell your old books You could try selling your books online. Sometimes second-hand book stores will give you store credit for donating your old books (in good condition). Also, school bookstores often buy back used schoolbooks for a partial refund or bookstore credit. 7. Donate your old books Books can often be donated to charities that have book sale fundraisers. Used books can also typically be donated to school libraries, second-hand stores, Churches, nursery schools, etc. This is a great way to reuse your old books while also making a charitable contribution! Photo credit: "High Country Conservation". If you think of any more tips for how to conserve paper with regards to reading, share them in the comments down below :)
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