Are We Teaching Kids Global Warming Lies
May 9, 2009 by Mary Emma Allen
Filed under Parenting
In the current frenzy to be cool “going green” in homes, schools and communities, are we teaching youngsters (and adults) global warming lies? Schools are “green” this year and youngsters report in class discussions how their parents are practicing or not practicing energy and earth saving tactics. (Big Brother?)
Do we have the correct data or simply what politicians and those making money from the big industry of environmental and global warming wants us to know? Are scientists, who present data that disproves the theory of global warming (and this group is growing), discredited and even lose their jobs because they’re not …read more
Holly Fretwell’s View on Global Warming
June 20, 2008 by Mary Emma Allen
Filed under Parenting
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Global warming and the environment fits in with our “nature” theme this week. Holly Fretwell’s book, The Sky’s NOT Falling (Why It’s OK to Chill About Global Warming), presents a view, back by factual information and fun facts, not often presented by the media.
The Sky’s NOT Falling is an alternative for young people and adults to the many fear-inducing books published today. Author Holly Fretwell, a mother of two and professor of natural resources policy, provides a balanced look at environmental issues and global warming scare tactics. She presents these in an easy-to-read-and-understand format for ages 8 and above.
Yes, there are …read more




