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| Author: Todd Parr |
| Format: | Paperback |
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| With his signature blend of playfulness and sensitivity, Parr explores the important, timely subject of environmental protection and conservation in this eco-friendly picture book. Featuring a circular die-cut Earth on the cover, and printed entirely with recycled materials and nontoxic soy inks, this book includes lots of easy, smart ideas on how to make the Earth feel good. Illustrations. |
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Printed with recycled materials and non-toxic soy inks, an eco-friendly introduction to environmental protection describes a variety of ways that young people can work together to support the planet. By the Emmy-nominated creator of With his signature blend of playfulness and sensitiviy, Todd Parr explores the important, timely subject of environmental protection and conservation in this eco-friendly picture book. Featuing a circular die-cut Earth on the cover, and printed entirely with recycled materials and nontoxic soy inks, this book includes lots of easy, smart ideas on how we can all work together to make the Earth feel good - from planting a tree and using both sides of the paper, to saving energy and reusing old things in new ways. Best of all, the book includes an interior gatefold with a poster with tips/reminders on how kids can "go green" everyday. Equally whimsical and heartfelt, this sweet homage to our beautiful planet is sure to inspire readers of all ages to do their part in keeping the Earth happy and healthy. |
Children explain how even the little things add up to helping the Earth stay a nice place to live. From turning off the faucet while brushing teeth to gardening, little ones share what they do and why in an easy-to-understand way for even the youngest kids. With Todd Parr's characteristically bright and cheerful illustrations.
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I take care of the earth because I know I can do little things every day to make a BIG difference. I use both sides of the paper and bring my own bags to the market because… I love the trees and I want the owls to have a place to live. I turn off the faucet while I brush my teeth and use less water for my baths because… I love the fish and I want the oceans to stay blue. I take the school bus and ride my bike because… I love the stars and I want the air to be clear so I can see them sparkle. I try to eat every bite on my plate and save my leftovers because… I love watching things grow and I want there to be enough food for everyone. I remember to turn off the lights and shut the refrigerator to save energy because… I love the polar bears and I want the snowmen to stay cool. I throw garbage in the trash can and recycle glass, aluminum, paper, and p |
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