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Green Stuff for Kids: An A to Z Guide to What's Up with the Planet

(Paperback)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

Green Stuff for Kids: An A to Z Guide to What's Up with the Planet

Contributors:

By (Author) Tanya Ha

ISBN:

9780522855395

Publisher:

Melbourne University Press

Imprint:

Melbourne University Press

Publication Date:

1st August 2009

Country:

Australia

Classifications

Readership:

Children

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Non Fiction

Dewey:

333.72

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

240

Dimensions:

Width 177mm, Height 233mm, Spine 26mm

Weight:

368g

Description

"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.

Reviews

'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

Author Bio

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.

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