Book Descriptions
for 50 Simple Things You Can Do to Save the Earth by John Javna, Sophie Javna, and Jesse Javna
From Cooperative Children's Book Center (CCBC)
Author John Javna makes it clear in his introduction that this is not a revised edition of the original 50 Simple Things You Can Do to Save the Earth , which was published in 1989 by Earthworks. He took the original out of print twelve years ago, after becoming convinced that the small acts it advised, from using cloth bags to composting, don’t get at the root of environmental problems. Indeed, Javna writes that he became disillusioned about making a difference until his teenage children renewed his commitment. This time around, he takes an issues approach: Each of the fifty things are issues to explore and act on, whether supporting electric cars, solar energy, and organic farming or making a statement through the power of one’s vote. For each issue—and he advises choosing one on which to focus—he offers an organizational partner, a nonprofit that readers can turn to for more information. He then suggests actions that “Start Simple” (e.g., a movie night, with a suggested film to learn more about a specific issue) and build. A companion Web site offers additional information on the topics and actions, and the top of each page lists where to find more on the Web for each area. Javna’s teenage children contribute their thoughts to a volume that, while aimed at adults, will appeal to many older teens. (Watch for a completely new 50 Simple Things Kids Can Do to Save the Earth from publisher Andrews McMeel in March 2009.) (Age 13 and older)
CCBC Choices 2009. © Cooperative Children's Book Center, Univ. of Wisconsin - Madison, 2009. Used with permission.
From the Publisher
Together, We Can Make a Difference
Today's environmental problems may seem too overwhelming for one person to tackle . . . but you don't have to do it alone. Now you have partners--50 of them.
50 Simple Things You Can Do to Save the Earth, the revolutionary 1990 bestseller, is back in a completely revised, updated edition . . . and it's just as innovative and groundbreaking as the original. The authors have teamed up with 50 of America's top environmental groups, including The Natural Resources Defense Council, the National Wildlife Federation, and Rainforest Action Network. Each group has chosen one issue and provided a simple, step-by-step program that will empower you and your family to become citizen activists in the fight to save the Earth.
It's easy to get started. Just pick one!
Today's environmental problems may seem too overwhelming for one person to tackle . . . but you don't have to do it alone. Now you have partners--50 of them.
50 Simple Things You Can Do to Save the Earth, the revolutionary 1990 bestseller, is back in a completely revised, updated edition . . . and it's just as innovative and groundbreaking as the original. The authors have teamed up with 50 of America's top environmental groups, including The Natural Resources Defense Council, the National Wildlife Federation, and Rainforest Action Network. Each group has chosen one issue and provided a simple, step-by-step program that will empower you and your family to become citizen activists in the fight to save the Earth.
It's easy to get started. Just pick one!
- Fight global warming "one city at a time" with the Sierra Club's Cool Cities Campaign
- Roll up your sleeves and save an endangered species with the Wilderness Society
- Protect coral reefs and create a marine reserve with Seacology
- Get your congregation excited about protecting God's creations with Interfaith Power and Light
- Invite songbirds into your neighborhood with the National Audubon Society
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