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.
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ACT NOW! One way kids can make a difference todayJuly 29, 2010
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 1, 2010
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
Taking A Walk
When you're walking the dog or just hiking with friends, pick up litter as you go. May 14, 2010
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
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
Save Land
Help save United States wildlands. Scroll to the bottom and click to donate. It's free! Go here. April 29, 2010
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
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
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
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
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 7, 2010
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
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
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. |
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