Green Stuff for Kids: An A to Z Guide to What's Up with the Planet
By (Author) Tanya Ha
Melbourne University Press
Melbourne University Press
1st August 2009
Australia
Children
Non Fiction
333.72
Paperback
240
Width 177mm, Height 233mm, Spine 26mm
368g
"Green Stuff for Kids is a young readers' guide to what's up with the planet and what they can do to make a difference." Green Stuff for Kids is a young readers' guide to what's up with the planet and what they can do to make a difference. Jam-packed with fun facts, eco-activities, information and green tips, this book covers a huge range of environmental issues and hot topics, including air pollution, biodegradability, climate change, e-waste, litter, natural disasters, recycling and water conservation. Find out the who, what, where, why and how of environmental science. Put into action the book's eco-tips, such as how to save energy and water, how to recycle properly and how to avoid buying products made from threatened species. Follow step-by-step guides on how to make a worm farm, make gardens wildlife friendly and grow food. Our beautiful but fragile planet really is a great place to live and well worth looking after. Green Stuff for Kids is all about exploring green issues and finding out what makes the planet tick.
'Something fun, informative and challenging for green kids (and their parents) to sink their teeth into.' TIM FLANNERY 'A friend once gave me some very good advice: Ignore opinions and stick to the facts."" This book has some very interesting facts, which you can use to make your own opinions.' DR KARL KRUSZELNICKI
Tanya Ha is an author, television presenter and environmental campaigner. She starred in the award-winning SBS Eco House Challenge and is the host of Warm TV (WIN Tasmania). She has worked for Planet Ark and continues to support and assist the work of other environmental organisations. Her books include the bestselling Greeniology and The Australian Green Consumer Guide.