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Should Schools Ban Metal Water Bottles?

Public schools in Trussville, Alabama, have a new rule this year. Metal water bottles are no longer allowed in class. That includes Stanleys and Owalas. Kids can bring clear plastic bottles only. Other schools have similar rules.

Some people think the bans are a good idea. They say big metal bottles take up too much desk space. The heavy cups also make a lot of noise when they hit the floor.

But other people say bans aren’t the answer. They argue that metal cups can help cut down on plastic trash. Plus, other kinds of bottles may cause trouble in class too.

Here’s what two of our readers say.

Big metal water bottles can cause a lot of problems. Someone in my class once kicked over a Stanley cup by mistake. We spent almost 10 minutes cleaning up the huge spill.

Plus, you can’t see inside a metal bottle. That means kids can sneak in soda or juice. You don’t need a giant metal bottle in class. Most schools have drinking fountains. You can use those to refill a smaller plastic bottle.

Metal water bottles keep water cold longer than plastic bottles do. It’s easier to drink more water when it’s nice and cool! Bottles like Owalas or Stanleys also last longer than plastic ones. That can save families money.

My teacher lets us keep our metal bottles on our desks. But if they start causing problems, we have to move them. Our teacher has us put them on a special table outside the classroom.

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