Green Guide Families The Complete Reference for Eco-Friendly Parents

Name: Green Guide Families The Complete Reference for Eco-Friendly Parents
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ISBN: 9781426205422

ISBN-10: 1426205422

ISBN-13: 9781426205422

Edition: 2010

Authors: Catherine Zandonella, The Green Guide

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When we publishedThe Green Guidein 2008, Meryl Streep called it "the ultimate green living reference." Now, building on that success, here's a guide to eco-friendly parenting that's expertly organized and filled with practical advice, definitive explanations, and imaginative ideas. Addressing the key environmental issues faced by parents of young children today, this book takes a straightforward approach to such urgent concerns as lead-painted toys; the risks and benefits of vaccinations, antibiotics, and vitamins; the potential side effects of plastic bottles and containers; how to manage food allergies and avoid fat- and sugar-filled snacks; and much more. A trained scientist, seasoned…

Book details

List price: $26.95
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: National Geographic Society
Publication date: 3/16/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 400
Size: 7.50" wide x 9.24" long x 0.76" tall
Weight: 1.496
Language: English



Introduction



The Home Front


Creating a Safe and Eco-friendly Home



Green and Lean


How to Raise a Healthy Eater in a Toxic World



Green Foods


Eating Right for the Planet



Living Well


Practical Tips for Keeping Your Children Healthy



Kids That Care


Raising Kids for Lifelong Green Living



Baby Steps


Better Choices for Your Baby's First Year



Play Time


Toys and Activities for a Healthy Child and Planet



School Days


Healthy and Eco-friendly Schools



Earth-Friendly Festivities


Parties, Holidays, and Celebrations



Family Vacations


Going Green When Getting Away From It All


Notes


Further Reading


Resources


About the Green Guide


Index