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Save the Bees - 4 Reasons Bees are in Decline and How You Can Help
Saving our bees has never been more important. From habitat loss to pesticides to disease, honey bees across the U.S. are struggling to survive. Without them, many of our crops wouldn't be pollinated. Learn how you can help save the bees one flower at a time! #savethebees #treehugginmom
Going Solar – 5 Advantages of Solar Power at Home
The sun is a renewable resource. In fact, it’s one of Earth’s most valued resources, and luckily for us, it won’t be going away anytime soon. Yet, we don’t take full advantage of all it has to offer. We warm and tan ourselves in the sun, and we use the sun’s life-giving rays to grow crops, herbs, and flowers. But we could do so much more. This article focuses on the many advantages of solar power and how we can use it to power our lives. #solarpower #treehugginmom
Climate Change Facts - 15 Ways to Fight the "Myth"
"Global warming is when the Earth's natural temperature goes up over time." This is my 10-year old daughter's definition of what's happening to our planet. When I explained the greenhouse effect and global warming in more detail, she told me that people should stop producing so much smoke and pollution. She said this so matter-of-factly that I was instantly reminded just how innocent children are when it comes to topics that are considered “controversial” by adults.
Connecting Kids and Nature - 11 Ways to Make It Happen
In 2005, Richard Louv wrote a ground-breaking book entitled, Last Child in the Woods, which introduced what he referred to as “Nature Deficit Disorder.” The book addressed the decreased exposure of children to nature, and how this new disorder is affecting society and the future of our offspring. It was the modern beginning of a revolution to challenge the status quo and get back to nature.
Connecting Kids and Nature - 11 Ways to Make It Happen
With technology advancing daily, it's becoming more difficult to get kids outside (and keep them there). But connecting kids to nature isn't a concept we should give up on just yet. These tips will encourage your children to spend some time outdoors, even if it's just in your backyard.
Save the Bees - 4 Reasons Bees are in Decline and How You Can Help
You might be wondering why scientists are worried about something as small as the honeybee. After all, it’s just an insect. They’re everywhere, right? And insects reproduce like crazy...just look at the mosquitoes in your yard. There’s no reason to worry about bees...is there? This article explores four reasons bees are declining and what you can do to help.
Save the Bees - 4 Reasons Bees are in Decline and How You Can Help
Saving our bees has never been more important. From habitat loss to pesticides to disease, honey bees across the U.S. are struggling to survive. Without them, many of our crops wouldn't be pollinated. Learn how you can help save the bees one flower at a time! #savethebees #treehugginmom
Going Solar - 5 Advantages of Solar Power at Home
The sun is a renewable resource. In fact, it’s one of Earth’s most valued resources, and luckily for us, it won’t be going away anytime soon. Yet, we don’t take full advantage of all it has to offer. We warm and tan ourselves in the sun, and we use the sun’s life-giving rays to grow crops, herbs, and flowers. But we could do so much more. This article focuses on the many advantages of solar power and how we can use it to power our lives. #solarpower #treehugginmom
Climate Change Facts - 15 Ways to Fight the "Myth"
"Global warming is when the Earth's natural temperature goes up over time." This is my 10-year old daughter's definition of what's happening to our planet. When I explained the greenhouse effect and global warming in more detail, she told me that people should stop producing so much smoke and pollution. She said this so matter-of-factly that I was instantly reminded just how innocent children are when it comes to topics that are considered “controversial” by adults.
Connecting Kids and Nature - 11 Ways to Make It Happen
In 2005, Richard Louv wrote a ground-breaking book entitled, Last Child in the Woods, which introduced what he referred to as “Nature Deficit Disorder.” The book addressed the decreased exposure of children to nature, and how this new disorder is affecting society and the future of our offspring. It was the modern beginning of a revolution to challenge the status quo and get back to nature.
Connecting Kids and Nature - 11 Ways to Make It Happen
With technology advancing daily, it's becoming more difficult to get kids outside (and keep them there). But connecting kids to nature isn't a concept we should give up on just yet. These tips will encourage your children to spend some time outdoors, even if it's just in your backyard.
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