pollution prevention

"Garbage tells us a lot about how humans have lived in the past, how we're living now, and the impact our waste disposal has on the environment. To create a more sustainable future, it's important that little eco-warriors know about the different types of waste and how to create less garbage!" -- Amazon.com.

It is still summer vacation, and the Cayuga Island Kids are looking for problems to solve, and after observing all the litter and how it is affecting the local wildlife they decide to take on the challenge of cleaning up the park and creating a recycling bin--but the bigger problem is how to get the whole community to take the problem seriously.

It's up to people to put an end to climate change. But there are many things that must be done before climate change will slow. Stopping Climate Change examines the many ways people must act to stop greenhouse gas emissions, from watching their diets to adding green spaces to cities.

"Introduces early readers to environmentalist concepts including greenhouse gases, carbon footprint, and air pollution, and what they can do to help the environment. Features real-life examples of kids like Greta Thunberg who have made a difference"--Provided by publisher.

Explains waste management problems humans have encountered throught history and how we deal with it now, highlighting key global concerns related to garbage disposal, such as space waste, the problem of plastic, and growing landfills.

"Learn how plastic was invented, how we use it, where it goes when we throw it away, and why it's so damaging to our planet and the animals that live here. Then discover how you can reduce your plastic footprint and live life more sustainably"--Provided by publisher.

"Introducing the design thinking process as a vehicle for change, this . . . title motivates readers to create environmentally sustainable practices and make them easily accessible in their communities. Beginning with a detailed look at the steps involved in design thinking, readers are guided through the process so they can design their own solutions to big issues--from minimizing pollution to limiting usage of non-renewable energy"--Provided by publisher.

"Every kid can be a superhero, fighting plastic waste at home, at school, and in their community. This engaging guide is chockfull of facts, vibrant art, graphics, and #2minutesuperhero missions-- practical ways to take action now. Some ideas may spring to mind right away, such as picking up trash. Others are surprising, such as learning to cook with fresh ingredients or mending clothes. Readers will learn not only how to combat plastic waste head-on, but how to advocate for a cleaner world, beginning at home. Anti-plastic campaigner Martin Dorey brings both extensive experience and boundless enthusiasm to this essential bookok for young people who want to create a better world."--Provided bypublisher.

Discover how global warming is changing our planet, and what we can do to fight back.

"This title delves into different issues pertaining to household waste and its causes, effects, and how we can proactively deal with it to make our planet a cleaner and healthier place."--.