Early childhood activities for a greener earth
By: Patty Born Selly
Publisher: Redleaf Press
Published: 2012
Place of publication: St. Paul, MN
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781605541198
Subjects: EDUCATION / Preschool & Kindergarten; Environmental education; Early childhood education; Activity programs
Description: "As many early childhood professionals make efforts to improve the environmental health and safety of their setting, they also want to educate children about the impact and value of these greener choices. Early Childhood Activities for a Greener Earth helps teachers connect environmental issues with their daily curriculum in a sensitive, developmentally appropriate manner. This resource includes background information on environmental topics-including waste reduction and recycling, improving air quality, weather and climate change, and energy and toxicity reduction-and one hundred lessons and activities that will excite children, engage families, and encourage communities to be green"--

"This book presents environmental lessons and activities in a manner that is appropriate for early childhood, and naturally fosters a sense of stewardship and love for our planet. It highlights a number of green topics including waste reduction, recycling and water quality"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.