Feed African Children
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ACT NOW! One way kids can make a difference todaySeptember 29, 2011
Give Back
Find a way to give. You could donate cans to a food bank or a toy to Toys For Tots. You could give money to your favorite charity, or just give your time to someone who needs a friend. Giving to others will make you happy--and you'll help someone else too. September 28, 2011
Use Natural Confetti
Use natural confetti for parades, holidays, and weddings. You can make confetti by cutting up recycled tissue paper, flowers, or rose petals. Instead of rice, toss birdseed at a wedding. September 26, 2011
Take Back Takeout Containers
Does your family eat a lot of takeout? Wash and store the takeout containers and take the empty, clean containers back to the restaurant and ask that your next meal be served in them, not in a new container. September 24, 2011
Recycling Saves Energy
Save energy by recycling. If you recycle just one glass bottle, you will save enough energy to run your television for 1 1/2 hours. September 22, 2011
Unplug Your Cellphone Charger
If you keep your cellphone charger plugged in for a long time, most of the energy it uses will go to waste. Always unplug your charger when it's not being used. September 21, 2011
Happy Peace Day!
Today is International Peace Day. Get together with some friends and light a candle for peace. What can you do to make our world a peaceful place? September 20, 2011
Downsize Your Footprint
Measure your carbon footprint. Are there ways you can make it smaller? Go here. September 19, 2011
Take Time For Yourself
Don't forget to have fun. If you've been trying to help others, add yourself to the list. Sometimes it's O.K. just to kick back and do something for you. September 18, 2011
Aunt Frances Says:
"Most of the stuff people worry about ain't never gonna happen anyway." September 17, 2011
Keep Lights Bright
Make sure that you're getting the full benefit of the light energy you use. Wipe the dust off your lightbulbs every month. September 15, 2011
Make A Mobile
Help your baby brother or sister learn to love nature. Collect objects such as feathers, leaves, shells, and small pinecones. Use yarn, thread, or strings to attach them to a piece of wood and hang over the baby's crib. September 14, 2011
Make A Butterfly Feeder
Fill a large saucer with sand and soil and put it where pets can't get it. Sprinkle with a bit of salt. Add a little water each day. Put a flat rock in the middle of the saucer (for a platform), with a little maple syrup on one end of the rock. September 12, 2011
Support Your Community
Buy food and other items at locally owned stores. Buy fruits and veggies from farmer's markets. Attend school and other local events and learn about your community. September 10, 2011
Help Save Coral Reefs
Coral reefs are home to more than one quarter of all marine life. Don't buy coral jewelry or or coral rocks for your aquarium unless there is proof they were not removed from the wild. September 8, 2011
Cut Down On Plastic Bottle Waste
Kick the bottled water habit. When you're at home, keep a pitcher of tap water in the refrigerator and pour yourself a drink when you need one. September 7, 2011
Use Less Foil and Plastic Wrap
Cover food dishes with a plate or a lid, instead of foil. Wipe up spills with a cloth. Pay attention to packaging and don't buy products that use too much paper or plastic wrap. Email companies that DON'T use too much packaging and thank them. September 3, 2011
Keep Waterways Clean
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