Green Matters
Equip readers with the information they need to be proactive about living green. Practical tips are given for making good choices about conservation, renewable and nonrenewable resources, biodegradability, fair trade, and recycling--at home, at school, and in the community. Respect for the environment and people and their work are also covered. Other topics included are composting, landfills, reuse, sustainability, organic farming, and economic and human rights issues. Special features such as "Myths and Facts" and "Ten Great Questions to Ask" are included in each book.
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Book Review: Making Good Choices About Fair Trade"This title in the new Green Matters series offers an informative, often provocative overview of fair-trade concepts and elements, while advocating for being an informed consumer...students will find much food for thought, with some useful ideas to consider when purchasing goods."
--Booklist
Series Review:
"With all the talk about "green products" and "green action," there is sure to be a call for these books. I found them interesting, informative, and well written. Students and adults will learn new facts and concepts...The set is well laid out with good use of white space, sidebars, and illustrations. This would be a good set for a consumer unit, science class or ecology club to use for reference. Schools with a curriculum tie-in to these topics or where there is local interest should consider the series for its clarity and timeliness....RECOMMENDED."
--Library Media Connection
Series Reviews: Green Matters
"Covering a variety of green issues, these books introduce and explain their topic, and then offer examples of environmentally friendly practices and tips for making good personal choices. Their strength is the prolific in-text references to experts and studies, making them great mentor-texts for students learning how to include research in their writing..."
--School Library Journal
