Recycling is the process of collecting materials that would otherwise be thrown away and turning them into new products. It is an efficient way to save the planet and protect the environment by reusing items like paper, glass, plastic and aluminum. With recycling, these materials can be remade and sold again rather than ending up in landfills. Recycling helps reduce the need to use new raw materials and can create useful items from recycled materials like toys, vases and jewelry, helping to preserve natural resources and the environment.