What's the Point of Being Green?

This fun and timely introduction to green living incorporates cartoon images with photographs, colorful charts, diagrams, and instructive panels. Written in a softly urging tone, the book covers climate change, pollution, and statistics about worldwide human consumption. The accessible material and easy-to-read format will provide readers with a firm grasp on environmental topics, while suggesting attainable ways to protect the planet, like skipping the hairdryer, putting aside money for charity, and choosing the right foods. Ages 11–14. (June)