Award-Winning Author Ellen Jackson

ACT NOW! One way kids can make a difference today

September 7, 2010

Tags: Environment, Speak out

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.

August 19, 2010

Tags: Just for you, Environment

Stay Healthy

Keep your environment healthy. For some tips, go here.

August 9, 2010

Tags: Click to donate, Environment, Conserve

Conserve Land

Help save a forest. Click to donate trees. It's free! Go here.

July 29, 2010

Tags: Learn, Environment

Animal Sounds

Listen to the sounds the animals around you make. Then see if you can identify each animal by its sound. Go here.

July 21, 2010

Tags: Environment

Healthy Forests

Buy wood products that have the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) sign, which guarantees the wood is from a well-managed forest. Many stores carry FSC products, including The Home Depot, Lowe's, and Kinko's. Ask your local retailer for information on their FSC-certified products. You can see the sign at the top of the page here.

July 9, 2010

Tags: Environment

Avoid Palm Oil

Palm oil is found in many products. Palm plantation owners are cutting down Indonesian forests that are home to endangered orangutans and tigers. Look for products that contain canola, sunflower, or olive oil instead.

July 7, 2010

Tags: Environment

Don't Feed Wild Animals

When you're out enjoying nature, don't feed wildlife. Feeding wild animals makes them dependent upon humans, and then these animals will starve when people are not around to feed them.

June 18, 2010

Tags: Learn, Environment, Conserve

Don't Buy Ivory

Don’t buy items made of ivory. Over 80% of all ivory comes from the illegal killing of elephants.

June 17, 2010

Tags: Environment

Walk Or Take The Bus

Try to skip two car rides in one week. Instead of riding in the car, take the bus, ride your bicycle or walk. Make sure your parents know what you’re doing.

June 13, 2010

Tags: Environment

Use Fewer Paper Bags

After you buy a small item, take it home in your pocket. You don't really need a bag.

June 8, 2010

Tags: Learn, Environment

Trees Count

Read children's books with a positive environmental message. For example, THIS TREE COUNTS! by Alison Formento shows children all the ways that trees make our world a better place.

June 3, 2010

Tags: Environment, Learn

Climate Change

Learn about climate, weather and the Greenhouse Effect. Go here.

June 1, 2010

Tags: Recycle, Conserve, Environment

Buy Reusable Picnic Supplies

Make up your own "picnic basket" that includes reusable cups, plates, and silverware. Look for these items at thrift stores or garage sales.

May 26, 2010

Tags: Environment

Taking A Walk

When you're walking the dog or just hiking with friends, pick up litter as you go.

May 14, 2010

Tags: Conserve, Environment

Avoid Using The Oven

The oven uses a lot of energy, and it heats up your kitchen, requiring more cooling. Instead, use toaster ovens, crockpots, and microwaves when you can.

May 5, 2010

Tags: Conserve, Environment

Save Gas

Remove extra weight from the family car (such as heavy items that might be in the trunk). The car will use less gas if it has less weight to pull.

May 3, 2010

Tags: Click to donate, Environment, Conserve

Save Land

Help save United States wildlands. Scroll to the bottom and click to donate. It's free! Go here.

April 30, 2010

Tags: Recycle, Conserve, Environment

Buy Used

Shop for household items at a thrift shop.

April 29, 2010

Tags: Learn, Environment, Conserve, Peace

Learn About Trees

Trees make a community beautiful, and they provide homes and food for many animals. When you play around trees, don't break off limbs and don't injure the bark. To learn more about trees go here.

April 27, 2010

Tags: Learn, Environment, Conserve, Peace

Worms Are Wonderful!

Are there worms in your backyard? If so, don't kill them. Worms help break down dead plants and animals, making the soil rich and fertile. Learn more about worms here.

April 21, 2010

Tags: Earth Day, Environment, Conserve

Carpool With Your Friends

It's cool to carpool. And it's fun too. When you and your friends are all going to the same event, suggest that everyone ride together.

April 19, 2010

Tags: Click to donate, Environment, Don't pollute

Stop Global Warming

Carbonfund supports renewable energy, such as solar power, and works to decrease the gases that cause climate change. To support their work, click to donate. It's free! Go here.

April 12, 2010

Tags: Click to donate, Environment, Conserve

Rescue Ocean Animals

Help scientists learn more about the ocean so they can save the animals that live there. Click to donate. It's free! Go here.

April 11, 2010

Tags: Earth Day, Environment, Don't pollute

Don't Be A Litter Bug

Be a friend to the Earth. Learn about litter and waste here.

April 7, 2010

Tags: Learn, Environment

How Do Plants Grow?

Place some soil in a Ziploc bag, add some water and a few kernels of popcorn. Seal the bag and place it in a sunny window. You should see some growth within a week. Don't forget to recycle the plastic bag.

April 6, 2010

Tags: Learn, Give, Environment, Conserve

Read About Children Who Are Helping Others

Read about children who are helping others and get ideas about ways you can help. Go here.

April 4, 2010

Tags: Learn, Environment, Conserve, Peace

Learn About Spiders

Don't kill spiders. There are at least 40,000 species of spiders, and they all eat insects and help keep them under control. Learn more about spiders here.


April 2, 2010

Tags: Environment

Help Birds

Gather twigs, bird feathers, pet fur, hair, dandlion fluff, grass, and short pieces of natural fiber. Hang it inside a mesh bag or strawberry basket where pets can't get it. Strands should poke through. Birds will use the material for their nests.