environmental movement

Shares the story of Janine Licare, a Costa Rican girl who set out to help after realizing the rain forest and its animals were in danger; provides an introduction to environmental activism; looks at ways in which young people can make positive change in the world; and includes the stories of other young environmental activists.

Discusses environmental rights and activism, covering the various actions an activist can take; problems with waste, pollution, and consumption of fossil fuels; and principles of sustainability that people can utilize to be more environmentally friendly.

Provides step-by-step instructions, material lists, and illustrations for fifty projects that are environmentally focused.

Authors present differing opinions on whether cities are more sustainable than suburbs, whether green city transportation has drawbacks, and whether green cities must serve people instead of cars.

A collection of essays that explores what it means to "go green" and explains how people can take a more active role in protecting the environment and reducing global warming.

Details the experiences of the author and his college friend during their one hundred and ninety-two hour journey across the United States--from Vermont to California--in a car that has been modified to run on vegetable oil.

Tells the story of the twenty-first-century environmental/social justice movement, describing its intellectual origins, grass-roots nature, goals, diversity, and growth in influence, and examines its potential to profoundly change human society.

Rosie's team comes up with some creative ideas for the Read School Fall Fair, whose mission is to sell "green-themed" products.

Contains practical ways in which kids can help save the planet including turning off water and becoming involved in the community.

Explores the intersection of environmentalism and politics, providing readers with an overview of the protection of endangered species. Features color photographs, accessible text, a glossary, and further resources.