Recycling & Green Living - Kids

This title examines the history and use of algae as a source of energy, the pros and cons of the technology, and next steps for this important energy source. This book also includes a table of contents, an infographic, informative sidebars, a That's Amazing...

The extraordinary story of the woman who made plastics recycling possible. Milly Zantow wanted to solve the problem of her town's full landfill and ended up creating a global recycling standard -- the system of numbers you see inside the little triangle on plastics....

Americans throw away millions of tons of waste at home every year. But did you know that much of this household waste can be recycled? Or that there are ways to turn this waste into energy? Learn how you can be part of the...

Mason, like many other kids, is afraid of bees. Find out how an encounter with a mason bee changes Mason's life; Mason conquers his fear of bees and is empowered to be like a superhero to help protect the bees. This story teaches timely...

Getting food to go is easy, but it's not always good for the Earth. Learn about better alternatives to fast-food and to-go packaging with this fun and informative STEAM book. Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this book makes it easy for parents and teachers...

Humanity's impact on the natural world can have disastrous effects. Melting Arctic Iceshines a light on how climate change is affecting Earth's polar region. With abundant charts and diagrams and large-format photos, this title explores the science behind greenhouse gases, polar sea ice, and...

Make your cozy space your happy place These dreamy crafts and projects will help you define your personal style and transform your room into a uniquely-you zone Create easy, funky bedskirts, twinkly fairy light displays, canopies, pillows, curtains, and more for a relaxing, calming,...

Travel the world in a stunning, informative book about animals under threat of extinction. From the giant panda of China to Fiji's banded iguana, creatures all over the world are imperiled like never before in human history. Visit all inhabited continents via a series...

Why are bees so important? What is the life cycle of bees? What is causing lots of bees to die? What can you do to help bees? Read and find out.Author: Rich LinvilleISBN-10: 1795162872ISBN-13: 9781795162876Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/26/2019Pages: 30Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 9.00h x...

Young readers will discover what it means to reduce waste, including recycling, consuming fewer plastics, using less water, and composting.Author: Martha E. H. RustadISBN-10: 197710312XISBN-13: 9781977103123Publisher: Pebble BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2019Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.79lbsSize: 11.10h x 9.10w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.1Point Value: 0.5Interest Level:...

Problem-solver Jason Li has been on a mission to pay for his own lunch since he started school, and he's finally found an idea that helps him do just that while saving the planet. Follow along as he becomes an Entrepreneur Kid The Entrepreneur...

Did you know that the average American throws away about 70 pounds (31.75 kilograms) of clothing every year? Learn how people can use clothing wisely in Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle Clothing.Author: Candice LetkemanISBN-10: 1510540032ISBN-13: 9781510540033Publisher: LightboxLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 8.60h x...

Amara's dad says they shouldn't waste food. But why is this such a big problem? Follow their story and find out what happens to food waste, what can be composted, and how to reduce the amount of food we throw away.Author: Deborah ChancellorISBN-10: 0778772810ISBN-13:...

Clean water should be a basic human right. However, there are still 785 million people in the world today who are living without access to safe water. Each year, nearly 1 million people die from water-related illnesses. Your readers will examine the global water...

Green roofs are an urban oasis in a patchwork of black tar and silver rooftops, but what exactly are they? This beautifully illustrated picture book is a perfect introduction to green roofs for children- and their adults. From the ancient Hanging Gardens of Babylon...

Pollution is one of the leading environmental issues today. In this book, readers will learn about the causes and effects of pollution. Large-scale and personal solutions to the dangers of pollution are also presented. Colorful and clear graphics, such as maps, charts, and infographics,...

This book is packed with scientific facts, experiments, and activities linked to garbage and recycling, and making our environment a cleaner, safer place. It brings a lively, hands-on approach to practical science experiments. Children can find almost everything they need for the experiments around...

What can we do about plastic trash? Inspire a love of reading with stories that are written from a child's perspective and will encourage children to discover the world around them. With audio and activities, Peapod Readers are the perfect start to a child's...

Our planet is in peril and needs your help! If you want to learn to reduce waste and save the Earth, here are practical tips and projects that make a difference! Do you worry about the world's waste? The bad news is, humans throw...

Ocean lovers and budding marine biologists will adore the 2nd Edition of All Fish Faces, an underwater treasure of tropical reef fish faces, some fierce, some fun, but all a joy for fish fans young and old. Colorful photography - including names of every...

It's weird to think number twos are particularly heroic. But it's true--poop can save the world! Explore poop's murky past, what happens to poop after you flush it away, and how we can use the brown stuff to power our cars, homes, and even...

What is biomass energy and how can it help us power our lives? Discover the answer to this critical question and find out how sustainability is being achieved through science as the energy industry evolves in its quest to find solutions to our energy...

Kids can help save planet Earth with these positive, climate-focused missions from best-selling author and eco-warrior Martin Dorey. Our planet is in trouble! But with the help of this book, every kid can be a superhero making a difference. Sixty engaging missions guide readers...

Read and find out about how we can reduce, reuse, and recycle in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book."Perfect for classes just beginning to study environmental concerns," wrote School Library Journal. "Engaging prose and upbeat, gently humorous illustrations introduce the importance of proper trash...

This important book examines ways to reduce the negative impact of economic and urban growth on people and the environment - one of the United Nation's sustainable development goals. From reducing energy use to helping communities become safe and inclusive for all people, readers...

Have you ever shopped for fruits, vegetables, or meat at a local farmers' market? Or maybe your family picks up a weekly box of fresh fruits and vegetables grown by local farmers in a community supported agriculture (CSA) program. So what does it mean...

Little readers will learn all about what garbage collectors do, where they work, and why they are important in our communities. Very simple text combined with correlating and colorful images will both inform and strengthen reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...

Young readers will discover what it means to recycle waste and be more eco-friendly. Introduces readers to the fact that not everything we throw away is garbage. Some things can be reused or made into something different.Author: Mary BooneISBN-10: 1977103103ISBN-13: 9781977103109Publisher: Pebble BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Young readers will discover what litter is, how it can harm the environment, and what they can do to help clean up litter. Introduces readers to the problem of littering and how to keep it in its rightful place.Author: Mari SchuhISBN-10: 197710309XISBN-13: 9781977103093Publisher: Pebble...

In 1907, a chemist named Leo Baekeland invented the first synthetic plastic. In the little more than 100 years since, plastic has benefited humanity even while we polluted Earth with it. During the 1950s, plastic production rapidly increased and since then, people have created...

Pollution is one of the leading environmental issues today. In this book, readers will learn about the causes and effects of pollution. Large-scale and personal solutions to the dangers of pollution are also presented. Colorful and clear graphics, such as maps, charts, and infographics,...

A Farmer's Alphabet leads young readers on a walk through a sustainable farm from A to Z. From Apple to Zucchini and every letter in between, each letter of the alphabet is paired with the animals or plants on a sustainable farm in southern...

"Human beings are an amazingly inventive species in creating technologies that have taken us far beyond planetary boundaries that constrain all other animals. Whether it's very powerful innovations like pesticides, antibiotics or combustion engines, we fail to consider the long-term ramifications of our enterprises...

Celebrate local food and eating healthy with Little Loli's cookbook! Little Loli shares her favourite seasonal recipes as she anticipates the changing of the seasons. Using local Nova Scotian ingredients, she helps her Nana make squishy-squash fall soup, creates enchanted birthday cupcakes with her...

Title: Kids we can save the earth book Adinah GraceThis is a picture book for children and parents, to teach kids that we all have a part to play in looking after our environment. A kid-friendly guide to caring for our world and raise...

Trashed toys land in landfills, chemicals in batteries and e-waste make them dangerous to destroy, and toy packaging is causing a pollution panic. What a waste But there's a way to help. Be a waste warrior to put a stop to entertainment waste and...

Plastic is a valuable resource. It's also problematic. Since chemist Leo Baekeland invented the first synthetic plastic in 1907, and through the rapid increase of plastic production during the 1950s, we have created billions of tons of plastic. We have polluted the world's oceans...

Burning fossil fuels has released tremendous amounts of pollutants and carbon dioxide into Earth's atmosphere. This has resulted in devastating effects on our planet, its climate, and its ecosystems. Lawmakers, activists, and innovators around the world are seeking solutions to this dangerous issue by...

The quality of the air we breathe affects us all. Due to industrial development and other harmful human activities, air pollution has become a growing concern throughout the world. With this fact-packed book, readers will learn about air pollution, its history, the problems it...

In just five simple steps, children can make a variety of whimsical objects such as a snake, a watch, and gift tags out of cardboard. Fourteen projects make clever use of commonly available materials and simple tools, turning egg cartons, paper towel rolls, and...

Sesame Street friends know it's important to care for Earth. Super Grover is water-wise, Cookie Monster learns about Earth Day, Big Bird fights pollution . . . how can you be kind to Earth?Author: Jennifer Boothroyd, Mary LindeenISBN-10: 1728403413ISBN-13: 9781728403410Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished:...

Hi boys and girls It's me the Great Tree. In this book, I will tell you the story of trees to you. We Trees have been around for a long time and we are more valuable than gold I myself is over 4000 years...

Young readers will discover what nature is, what lives in nature, and how they can care for nature. Introduces beginning readers to the idea of caring for the environment and what their part is in protecting our planet.Author: Mary BooneISBN-10: 1977105211ISBN-13: 9781977105219Publisher: Pebble BooksLanguage:...

A floor, a ceiling, and four boring walls? No more Get creative, show your room some love, and turn your personal space into your happy place. Show off your style and personality with DIY pizzazz to makeover furniture, create one-of-a-kind decor, and organize your...

Face it The skin on your face is more delicate than the skin on the rest of your body. The recipes in this book will help balance your skin in a natural way. Using some of nature's best ingredients, such as rosewater, essential oils,...

That potato chip bag you tossed in your trash can this afternoon--where does it go when it leaves your house? Garbage: Follow the Path of Your Trash with Science Activities for Kids invites middle graders to investigate the world of trash! The average American...

That potato chip bag you tossed in your trash can this afternoon--where does it go when it leaves your house? Garbage: Follow the Path of Your Trash with Science Activities for Kids invites middle graders to investigate the world of trash! The average American...

Introduces the concept recycling and why it is beneficial for our Earth while offering fun ways to recycle and reuse at home and in the community.Author: Tammy GagneISBN-10: 1607535203ISBN-13: 9781607535201Publisher: Amicus High InterestLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2013Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 9.50h x 6.70w x 0.30dAccelerated...

How can you be kind to Earth? Bert and Ernie along with their Sesame Street friends teach young readers about energy and how everybody can conserve energy to protect the planet. Simple, practical advice tackles the big issue in a kid-friendly way. Interior paper...

Young readers learn all about pollution and how to protect earth with Big Bird and his Sesame Street friends. Keep water clean, pick up litter, and recycle to help stop pollution. How can you be kind to Earth? Interior paper made with 30 percent...