EcoKids.... a nice new read!
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"In Eco-Kids: Raising Children Who Care for the Earth," author Dan Chiras focuses on touching the hearts and minds of our youth, for the future of the world depends on what they feel, think, and believe. Most importantly he has given parents the tools by which they can raise children who truly care for the Earth. It's a must read---long overdue."

-- Dennis Weaver, actor, founder of Institute of Ecolonomics

EcoKids, Written by Sustainable Design Consultant Chiras, 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:

* avoid gloom and doom in favor of positive solutions
* foster love and empathy for nature
* develop environmental values
* put values into action
* help children discover the roots of problems and be part of lasting solutions
* walk the talk
* counter the consumer culture, starting in your own home and community
* generate hope and combat apathy.

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.....

[buy one or order a bunch for all the kids]