green movement

"In this personal . . . essay, environmental activist and hip-hop artist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez uses his art and his activism to show that climate change is a human issue that can't be ignored"--Provided by publisher.

"An empowering, engaging young readers guide to understanding and battling climate change . . . Full of . . . stories of young leaders all over the world, this book . . . offers young readers a comprehensive look at the state of the climate today and how we got here, while also providing the tools they need to join this fight to protect and reshape the planet they will inherit"--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.

Enlightening main content, charts, and annotated quotes by experts shed light on the concept of sustainable living, while full-color photographs and informative sidebars show readers realistic changes they can make in their lives to protect the planet.

A discussion of the "green" movement, looking at efforts around the world to make and/or use environmentally friendly products, practices, and lifestyle choices, introducing green pioneers, examining related political and legal issues, and considering the future of green living.

Rather than a summer of fun transforming her family's pharmacy into an eco-spa, Lucy Desberg must face her sister Claudia's new boyfriend Bean, investor Gary's irritating daughter Bevin, and a spa coordinator who is put in charge of the plans.

When the family's drugstore is failing, seventh-grader Lucy uses her problem-solving talents to come up with a solution that might resuscitate the business and help the environment.

Explains what sustainable living is and describes simple measures people can take to lead a greener life.

Read about the many ways that you can recycle just about anything and how those actions can help change the world.

Encourages the reader to join in an imaginary journey aboard a magical plane, the White Feather Flier, to help clean the plastic out of the ocean, build a school for girls, and create a sanctuary for gray whales.