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Proper tire maintenance saves money by improving fuel economy and reducing tire replacement. Reducing fuel and tire use lowers the generation of greenhouse gasses.

Kids can help take care of the environment with these simple tips.

Buddhist leader the Dalai Lama is asking governments, world leaders, individuals to address global warming and effects of global climate change and to care for the Earth.

One of the fundamental areas in the Montessori Practical Life curriculum is care of the environment. Children learn how to maintain and care for their own classroom.

A child who has the opportunity to participate in meaningful school fundraisers will develop the lifelong traits of compassion and thoughtfulness.

Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas combines a traditional story about the power of individuals with inspiring encouragement from His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Wangari Maathai.

Outdoor Kids includes more than 40 gardening activities for kids and is a great guide for parents who want to share a love of gardening and nature with their children.

Children with learning disabilities understand concepts from hands on learning experiences. Why not target home recycling this summer?

When there are frequent power cuts and shortages of basic essentials, green intentions are put to the test. Ideas on making the best of all situations are given here.

Children who can grade colours using the Montessori Colour Box 3 tablets can further practice this skill even in practical life activities.

Don't have the budget to revamp your home in an eco-friendly way? Then use these green touches to give your space life.

Sustainable buildings, green architecture, and conservation of energy and water were highlights of a conference and show for interior designers and facility managers.

Another box under the Christmas tree gives immediate but short-lived joy. Investing in a child's future can provide lifelong rewards.

S101 recently had the opportunity to speak with Megan Leslie, Member of Parliament for Halifax on a variety of issues.

A review of some of the top green living news stories of February 2007

Studies show children learn better and have a greater chance of academic success when one or both parents are active in their education. So how can parents get involved?

Protecting fisheries and endangered species is a difficult chore. Common goods such as water, and migrant fish transcend international boundaries and are in danger.

For the second time in two years, Canada's GST (Goods and Services Tax) has been reduced.

Slow travel meets slow food in this guide full of environmentally friendly tips to help you reduce your carbon footprint and find the best local food and drink in the UK.

Getting ready to go to college and wondering what to study? Here are some thoughts about environment-friendly degrees and education programs.

A Chilean winery that gives back to the environment as much as the grapes offer to the wine.

Water is precious in the West Texas desert. Growing native plants not only offers beauty, but provides water conservation because the plants are adapted to conditions.

The Aboriginal Rights Suite101 host Tyson Yunkaporta, talks about his food experiences and includes a recipe for eel-tailed catfish.

Creating a personal library of teaching books that you can refer to throughout the year is a must for new teachers.

To prevent flu and colds, use tissues, plenty of them. (Toss after use). Forget cloth hankies, even if what's good for avoiding swine flu is bad for the environment.

Really reduce, recycle, and reuse by buying only products that are cradle to cradle certified, from gDiapers to the compostable Aeron chair.

Traditionally, businesses focused on creation of wealth for their owners, often disregarding the damage they were inflicting on earth's environment and quality of life.

Dry weather in summer can ruin a gardener's hard work. Preparation can be made to save and recycle water to best effect.

Nonprofessional caregivers and gatekeepers can be trained and utilized for mental health purposes.

Cleaning up activities at home are not only fun for the young child. They are also excellent opportunities to develop green cleaning habits for life.

Our feline friends use a lot of products that can harm our planet. How can we be more eco-conscious with our pet purchases?

You can have fun with your preschooler while teaching about nature and the environment and the importance of reducing waste and recycling.

Holistic parenting is about raising children in as natural a way as possible. Holistic parents choose practices that support wellness of mind, body and spirit.

When done right, green marketing can help businesses grow by highlighting their environmentally-friendly products or services.

Want to get the best looking lawn on the block but without the use of harsh chemicals? Find out how with these eco- friendly lawn care tips.

Recycling is a daily activity in adults lives. We also need to train our kids how to be stewards of the Earth by teaching them to be involved in recycling themselves.

Jane Griffiths speaks about the process of writing her fabulous book on growing organic vegetables and herbs.

Use the book The Runaway Pumpkin to help students identify examples of patterned text and use them to compare and contrast story elements such as characters and events.

Cosmetic spa facilities specialize in aesthetic procedures, such as hair removal, microdermabrasion, laser treatments, skin peels, facials and more.

America's indigenous people observed nature with a rich understanding surprisingly compatible with modern science, regarding man's place in the world.

A new ecoescape travel guide to Ireland wants visitors to seek out green and eco-friendly places, to have the most fun and do the least damage on their Irish vacations.

National Nurses Week is a time to recognize nurses for all that they do as the backbone of the healthcare industry.

Phuket, was once just a tin mining, dirty little island, inhabited by indentured labourers brought from the Malay peninsula. Their legacy is in the houses in Phuket Town

Once the patchwork top has been made, it's time to remove the papers! This is always an exciting moment, but, as always, a little care helps.

The purpose of the Practical Life curriculum in Montessori is to teach concentration, coordination, control, independence, and order to lay the foundation for learning.

Some people have a vague idea of what organic food is without knowing exactly what it means. Here, what organic food is and why it's important.

Millions of boys participate in the Boy Scouts each year. Scouting programs help foster adventure, discipline, loyalty, and goodwill toward others.

There are a few simple, no-pain ways to check off your list of New Year's resolutions and lighten your footprint at that same time.

A "green" birthday party is a great way to teach your tween how important the environment and its natural resources are to everyone.

As part of a lesson plan or for the home, picture books such as The Lorax, The Waterhole and Uno's Garden can lead the way into discussing the environment with children.