EcoKids: Raising Children Who Care for the EarthTo forge a sustainable future, we need citizens who care for the Earth. We need citizens who understand that planet care is the ultimate form of self-care. But we also need generations who live according to their values and convictions and who can effect positive change in their lives and the lives of others. Because public schools and the popular media cannot be counted on to produce an Earth-friendly citizenry, the task falls to parents. Yet even aware parents often lack the understanding and resources to take on such a task. EcoKids addresses this gap by presenting a coherent plan that will help parents foster love for nature, teach children the importance of environmental protection, and promote environmental values and inspire action - actions that will last a lifetime. A hopeful and inspiring guide for parents, topics covered include ways to:
Each chapter includes an inspiring case study of a child who's making a difference, short pieces that highlight serious problems such as global warming, along with positive solutions that can be read aloud to children, and activities for children. A resource guide lists helpful books, articles, videos, and organizations. |
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... economy that puts food on our tables and shelter over our heads and big screen TVs in our living rooms . The anti - environmental faction sees environmental protection not only as an impediment to economic progress but as a threat to ...
... economy are dependent on a sound environment . Too bad detractors don't get that point . As a parent , you can make sure your children don't grow up ignorant of this essential fact . - Ecosystems , as you'll see in Chapter 3 , also ...
... economy , too . Today and every day , our lives and our economy are dependent on a sound environment . the violent weather and flooding we're experiencing very likely resulting from global warming due to the excessive production of ...
... economy . Inevitably , some of our children will become leaders . Some of them will grow up to replace today's environmental leaders . Some will lead influential environmental organizations that help shape thinking , policy , and action ...
... economy . They are called ecomunicipalities and are described in the book The Natural Step for Communities , by Sarah James and Torbjörn Lahti . Although Sweden and many other European nations are far ahead of the United States when it ...
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