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50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth (Paperback)

~ The EarthWorks Group (Author) "When we look up, we see the clouds and the blue sky..." (more)
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A practical and upbeat guide to saving resources and protecting the en vironment. Each brief chapter begins with an often humorous "Take a Guess," followed by an overview of a problem in "Did You Know," "What You Can Do," and "See For Yourself" sections. Statistics and measurements are translated into age-appropriate terms, such as comparing children's weight to the amount of garbage thrown away in a year. Simple demonstrations (counting cans in a supermarket) im press upon readers the vast quantities of materials and energy routinely used. As books that deal with pollution and/ or ecology generally present the prob lem first and append a chapter recom mending action, they lack the optimis tic and encouraging tone of this book. Some of the suggestions are not easy, and adult assistance and advice are em phasized. Parents and teachers will find this to be a useful guide for increasing awareness of environmental problems and a superb teaching tool. Black-and- white drawings decorate each page. Newton's Taking a Stand Against En vironmental Pollution (Watts, 1990) is for older readers.
-Meryl Silverstein, formerly at Meyer Levin Junior High School, Brooklyn
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.


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This valuable and entertaining book shows children how specific elements of their environment--like a light switch or a toilet--are connected to the rest of the world. Clear, practical tips show kids how they can conserve energy, recycle waste, and take on important environmental projects.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Paperback: 156 pages
  • Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing; 1st edition (January 1, 1990)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 059044249X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0836223019
  • ASIN: 0836223012
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.3 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #398,594 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Practical, realistic, easy., September 4, 2002
By "crass84" (Cranford, New Jersey United States) - See all my reviews
I first read this book years ago as a child. Perhaps the few reviewers on here who do not like the book (and use this review as an outlet for their own personal politics) on here do not realize that parents, teachers, community leaders and religious leaders hardly shelter kids from the outside world as it is, and this book will not upset children, ruin their happiness or waste their childhood at all. As a kid, my friends and I readily accepted this book and were happy to carry out many of the suggestions. Adults seem to look down on kids a lot and think that they just want to play all day and have little care for anything but themselves. The things kids love, such as animals and the outdoors, are in danger, and this book lets kids contribute to help saving them. There are plenty of little tips in this book that do not advocate huge, drastic lifestyle changes. This book also does not come across as preachy or arrogant. Overall it is practical and enjoyable to read.
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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful: informative and fun to read !, June 22, 2001
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I checked this book out from the library and we enjoyed it so much we had to buy one. This book contains simple eco-friendly ideas anyone can try, such as making a bird house out of a milk carton, planting a garden to attract butterflies and other creatures, how to avoid overuse of styrofoam and other non-recyclable materials. It does not suggest major lifestyle changes, just small changes that can add up over time. And it is fun to read! It contains mini-quizes for kids on each topic, such as: which of the following will a worm not eat- vegetables, dirt, or steak?(answer= worms don't eat meat). Each idea includes a question & answer, a description of the concept (such as recycling), a few projects to try at home (such giving old toys to charity or having a yard sale instead of throwing them out), and addresses to write to for more information (such as the National Wildlife Federation, which can help you plan a custom made wildlife-friendly yard). Great, simple projects for kids - a grown-ups too. I am going to buy the sequel as well and look forward to reading it cover-to-cover.
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28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for kids!, June 2, 1999
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I am 17 now but I got the book in 6th grade. I felt it was very informative. Until reading this book I had no idea how a kid my age could make a difference. This book let me know that there is no age limit to helping our earth. Everyone, young and old, has a part to do to save our planet. It is our future and we need to pay attention and fix these problems that affect us! I think it is great that someone has remembered that chilren would like to have a part in their own future. Great book!
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