The many different animals that live in a great kapok tree in the Brazilian rainforest try to convince a man with an ax the importance of not cutting down their home. Full color.

The many different animals that live in a great Kapok tree in the Brazilian rainforest try to convince a man with an ax of the importance of not cutting down their home.

Because action is the best antidote to climate change! If you haven’t yet viewed the Young Voices for the Planet films, you need to. Immediately. And so do your students! These remarkable films showcase nine youth advocates who, starting with nothing but enthusiasm, are shrinking the carbon footprint in their homes, schools, and communities. And now, with the help of this corresponding teacher’s guide, you can help your students take action against global warming, too. Above all else, Empowering Young Voices for the Planet is about teaching students the science and reality of climate change, while empowering them to respond effectively—and without fear. Inside this guide you’ll find Inspiring true stories of low- or no-cost youth-led projects that address a wide range of environmental issues and engage schools, local government, businesses, the public, and parents Practical tips for inspiring students to develop projects relevant to their own communities, including planning, financing, safety, and liability Many creative and replicable ways to reduce CO2 emissions, as well as connections to the Next Generation Science Standards Discover for yourself what a powerful catalyst "think globally, act locally" can be when integrated into STEM, social studies, environmental studies, and civic engagement lessons. If not now, when? "The entire film series is beyond fantastic. Through the YVFP films we witness youth taking a stand to fight to save their planet and their future." --Karla Utting Programs Director Dream in Green

This is the remarkable environmental success story of the cleanup of New England́U+0099s once polluted Nashua River.

Popular nature books for the very young -- now in a new, sturdy board-book formatToddlers will love to look at the wild animal babies in these board books -- and the new sturdy board format will stand up to many readings. Each features an endangered species: grizzly bear, orangutan, harp seal, and snow leopard. The beautiful, detailed artwork is by beloved illustrator Lynne Cherry, known for her concern for nature and the environment. The brief, rhythmic text in each book provides factual information about these wild animals that are facing extinction.First Wonders of Nature Board Books are a special way to begin fostering in children an appreciation for all living creatures and for the fascinating natural world we share.

This inspired look at what the Kapok tree means to the creatures that live in it--and what rain forests mean to the world's ecology--was at the forefront of the ecological movement ten years ago and continues to resonate profoundly with children ever

Popular nature books for the very young -- now in a new, sturdy board-book formatToddlers will love to look at the wild animal babies in these board books -- and the new sturdy board format will stand up to many readings. Each features an endangered species: grizzly bear, orangutan, harp seal, and snow leopard. The beautiful, detailed artwork is by beloved illustrator Lynne Cherry, known for her concern for nature and the environment. The brief, rhythmic text in each book provides factual information about these wild animals that are facing extinction.First Wonders of Nature Board Books are a special way to begin fostering in children an appreciation for all living creatures and for the fascinating natural world we share.