Category - Conservation & the Environment

 

5 minutes of caring An Ounce of PreVENTion by Sam Davidson, January 2 (1 comment) Clean your vents regularly for maximum energy savings. It's A New Year by Sam Davidson, January 1 (1 comment) O Tannenbaum by Mary Cady Ford, December 4 Get a little decorating help from Mother Nature this holiday season. Strip Search by Sam Davidson, November 7 (4 comments) Use a power strip to save money and the environment. A Car Full of Goblins by Michelle Andrade, October 31 (1 comment) Ride together for Halloween. Costumes: Pass Them On by Michelle Andrade, October 30 (1 comment) Donate old costumes and make a kid's day. A Tailor-Made Halloween by Michelle Andrade, October 27 Get eco-friendly by getting creative with costume options. It's a Fair Trade Halloween by Michelle Andrade, October 24 Change up the kind of candy you’re handing out. What's In Your Cart? by Lisa Frack, October 22 It can be easy to make eco-healthy choices for your family - just ask Lisa Frack, Online Parent Organizer for the Environmental Working Group. Time to Speak Up by Michelle Andrade, October 21 (1 comment) In less than five minutes, you can make your voice heard. Turn It Up, Turn It Down by Michelle Andrade, October 20 Save energy with a flick of the wrist. Friendly Fall Food Reminders by Michelle Andrade, October 17 Keep your family healthy with these culinary pointers. How Compostable Can You Be? by Michelle Andrade, October 14 Compost something new today. Carpool Central by Michelle Andrade, September 30 Carpooling is easier with centrally located meeting points. Take A Child Outside Week by Michelle Andrade, September 24 (1 comment) Do something outdoors with your kids. Fall Into Fall by Michelle Andrade, September 22 Run headlong towards the time of year when it's perfect to be outdoors. Cafeteria Style by Michelle Andrade, September 19 Let your kids eat off the menu today. How to Pack a Green Lunch by Michelle Andrade, September 10 Make your kids' lunches eco-friendly. Make a Friend, Share a Ride by Michelle Andrade, August 29 The beginning of the school year is a perfect time to start a carpool. Sounds Juicy by Michelle Andrade, August 28 It’s easy and energy efficient to make your own juice. Sea That Food by Michelle Andrade, August 27 Find out where your fish came from. Sandwiches Save The World by Michelle Andrade, August 25 Here's a campaign your kids will surely love: the PB&J Campaign. In the Center of Nature by Michelle Andrade, August 21 See what your local nature center has in store. Made to Stick? by Michelle Andrade, August 20 Pots and pans now have a green alternative to Teflon. Seeing the Light by Michelle Andrade, August 19 How many moms does it take to change a light bulb? Take It Back by Michelle Andrade, August 15 Think you can't recycle a TV? Think again. Don't Bug Me by Michelle Andrade, August 13 (1 comment) Choose a less toxic way to ward off mosquitoes. Stand Up For Plastic by Michelle Andrade, August 6 Make a statement with the kind of plastic you purchase. Canvas The Place by Michelle Andrade, August 5 Here are some more facts about those nasty plastic bags. What's On Your Skin? by Michelle Andrade, August 4 (2 comments) See what's in the soap your kids are using. Get Started Safely by Michelle Andrade, July 31 (1 comment) Make sure the seat is safe when riding with children. Green Jobs by Sam Davidson, July 30 Make sure you're printing in an eco-friendly manner. Written In Green by Michelle Andrade, July 29 Make your writing greener with better pens and pencils. Hot Stuff by Michelle Andrade, July 28 Be safe and eco-friendly while grilling out. The Buddy System by Michelle Andrade, July 24 (1 comment) Add new recruits to the social change revolution. The Power Of One by Michelle Andrade, July 23 One person can make a difference, especially when inspired. Is That New? by Michelle Andrade, July 22 (1 comment) Take 5 minutes to learn more about a new resource. Pack it Again, Sam by Michelle Andrade, July 21 (1 comment) Reuse old packaging as much as you can. Cooperate for Dinner by Michelle Andrade, July 16 Team up with families in the neighborhood for dinnertime. Speak Up on Aisle 9 by Michelle Andrade, July 15 If your store doesn't have organic products, say something about it. Be an Air Expert by Michelle Andrade, July 11 What do you know about air quality? Red, White and Green by Michelle Andrade, July 4 Celebrate Independence Day the eco-friendly way. Keep The River by Michelle Andrade, July 2 Help the Riverkeepers keep our rivers clean. Carpool Ease by Michelle Andrade, June 30 (1 comment) Carpooling can be made easier. Red Light, Green Light by Michelle Andrade, June 27 (1 comment) Use your kids to coast and save gas. Pedal Power by Michelle Andrade, June 26 (1 comment) Ride a bike to get where you're headed. Media Fast by Michelle Andrade, June 24 (2 comments) Bypass your reliance on digital entertainment. Greatest Hits by Michelle Andrade, June 23 (1 comment) Read more than just 99 words today. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Remind by Michelle Andrade, June 20 Put recycling on the calendar. Star Light, Star Bright by Kathy Dippolito, June 19 (1 comment) What do you know about the night sky? In With the New, Reuse the Old by Michelle Andrade, June 18 (1 comment) Nine out of ten dentists say to reuse your old toothbrush. Freeze It! by Melanie Instefjord, June 17 What to do with those yummy veggies? Fun at Farmers Markets by Michelle Andrade, June 16 (1 comment) Find one near you. Fill It Again, Mom by Michelle Andrade, June 12 (2 comments) Get all you can out of your bottles and jars. Get It For Free by Michelle Andrade, June 11 (3 comments) It's easy to not buy stuff. Cannonball!!! by Michelle Andrade, June 9 (1 comment) Make sure you follow these summertime rules. An Environmental Face Forward by Michelle Andrade, June 5 Today is World Environment Day. I Forgot the Bags! by Michelle Andrade, June 3 (6 comments) What's a mom to do when bag-less? Big Fan by Michelle Andrade, May 27 (3 comments) Are you a fan of the fan? Coffee Plants by Michelle Andrade, May 23 (2 comments) Dump out old coffee grounds with the kids! Reuse It by Michelle Andrade, May 16 Clean your house and reuse almost everything! Carry It Along by Michelle Andrade, May 15 Use fewer towels by taking your own. Just Pick It Up! by Michelle Andrade, May 13 Carry the essentials with you. Talk About Volunteering by Michelle Andrade, May 2 Have a conversation about helping others. Go State! by Michelle Andrade, May 1 Visit your local State Park! Be Cool, CarPool by Michelle Andrade, April 30 Join with others at the end of each month. Arbor Day by Michelle Andrade, April 25 Tree education is of utmost importance. Go Organic for Earth Day by Michelle Andrade, April 22 (1 comment) Take a small organic step for the planet. Muggin' It by Michelle Andrade, April 21 (2 comments) Reusable mugs for the kids, too? You got it. Unplug Your Kids by Michelle Andrade, April 11 (2 comments) See what happens when your kids de-digitalize. A Bag to Remember by Michelle Andrade, April 8 (3 comments) Stash those canvas bags somewhere you won't forget. Medicine Cabinet Clean Out by Michelle Andrade, April 3 What to do with those expired medications? Lights Out by Michelle Andrade, March 28 Celebrate Earth Hour in a creative way. This Little Light of Mine by Michelle Andrade, March 27 (1 comment) Make a game out of saving energy. Play Fair by Michelle Andrade, March 25 Teach your kids where their stuff came from. For The Trees by Michelle Andrade, March 24 (1 comment) Save the trees. World Water Day by Michelle Andrade, March 21 Talk to your family about water. Water Use Inventory by Michelle Andrade, March 20 Get the kids involved in saving water at home. How Green Can You Be? by Michelle Andrade, March 17 (1 comment) Help the family do one green activity today. What's In a Food? by Michelle Andrade, March 13 Do you know what you’re serving your kids? 24-Hour Waiting Period by Michelle Andrade, March 12 (2 comments) Begin a family shopping policy. Meaningful To You by Michelle Andrade, February 27 Start a Petition. Reuse-Box by Michelle Andrade, February 26 See how many different types of cardboard boxes you can use for art projects. Bathroom Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 21 Step into the bathroom in a new light. Lunch Back Home by Michelle Andrade, February 19 Bring those recyclables back home today. Love My Environment by Michelle Andrade, February 12 Week of Love: Love Our Environment Love My Community by Michelle Andrade, February 11 (2 comments) Week of Love: Love Our Community Kitchen Clean by Michelle Andrade, February 7 (2 comments) Here are some tips to make cleaning the kitchen a little tidier in less time. Two Hands by Michelle Andrade, February 5 Have your children use two hands when brushing their teeth, but only one is needed on the brush. Buttons and Things by Sam Davidson, January 30 (3 comments) Reuse is better than recycling. What's In A Can? by Michelle Andrade, January 29 Teach your children about recycling and have them put the items in the bin! The Night Before by Michelle Andrade, January 28 Take a few minutes the night before to make lunches WITH your kids. H2O2 by Michelle Andrade, January 24 Look at ways you can use hydrogen peroxide. Water Sense by Michelle Andrade, January 22 Being more efficient with your appliances. Pass the Radon Test by Sam Davidson, January 10 (1 comment) January is National Radon Action Month. Nalgene + Brita = GOING GREEN by Michelle Andrade, January 8 (2 comments) Make a pledge to ditch plastic water bottles. Leave your Shoes at the Door by Michelle Andrade, January 3 (6 comments) Shoes off to this idea. Go Green in Groceries by Michelle Andrade, January 1 (3 comments) How to buy more eco-friendly when at the grocery store. Save it all! by Michelle Andrade, December 25 Happy Holidays! Make sure to save all that wrapping paper this morning! Don't Waste Christmas by Sam Davidson, December 24 (1 comment) Give a gift that minimizes excess. Please Clean Up that Mess! by Michelle Andrade, December 20 (2 comments) Cleaning up messes can be friendly for our kids and the Earth! Give Fairly by Sam Davidson, December 17 (1 comment) Fair trade gifts make more than the recipient happy. For the Birds by Kathy Dippolito, December 14 (1 comment) Easy treats to make for our fine feathered friends and bring the family together for some quality time. Parking It! by Michelle Andrade, December 13 It is easy to pick up trash together as you walk to and from the park. That's a Wrap by Michelle Andrade, December 11 What is your wrapping going to be like this Holiday Season? Buy and Give Handmade by Sam Davidson, December 10 (1 comment) Give twice by giving handmade. Picture Paper by Michelle Andrade, December 7 Use a nice trick to reuse some of those old magazine to make some nifty wrapping paper! Check Please! by Rachel Jimenez, December 6 Check the labels on items in your home. You never know what might be in them! Collect Away! by Michelle Andrade, December 4 What to do with those envelopes? We have an idea! The GiveCard by Sam Davidson, December 3 Use the GiveCard to give a different kind of gift card. Fill the Land by Michelle Andrade, November 29 What is the difference if we recycle or not? Adopt a New Family Member by Michelle Andrade, November 27 Before you spend hundreds on that pure-bred puppy, see if adopting may be better for your family! Generous Surfing by Sam Davidson, November 26 In search of online deals today? How about online giving? Casa Verde by Michelle Andrade, November 20 Casa Verde = Green Home

one minute nibbles Cool Moms In The Community: Books Inspire Change by Michelle Andrade, October 21 "I never thought I would sell anything but felt compelled to introduce these books to as many children as I could," says Megan Salyer Freund of Barefoot Books. Beyond Fair by Michelle Andrade, October 14 Jewelry brings water to Africa? Wanting Less, To Save The World by Michelle Andrade, September 30 (2 comments) Changes in life can be about fear, but how do we let our fear show? Greener, Cleaner Community by Julie Berbiglia, September 23 20 Weeks of How to Make Your City Cleaner and Greener Cool People In The Community: Meet Doe Run Farm by Michelle Andrade, September 16 An interview with local farmer, and empty-nester, Judy McGary of Doe Run Farm. Cool People In The Community: Eco-Me by Michelle Andrade, September 8 "We like to think of Eco-Me as a Health and Wellness company that helps us focus on ourselves and our homes first," says Robin Levine, from Eco-Me. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Could Have Staged My Own Pentathlon by Luanne Davidson, September 4 Champion the family together for a cleaning events. Spaces Simplified, part 3 by Michelle Andrade, September 2 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Spaces Simplified, part 2 by Michelle Andrade, August 26 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Spaces Simplified, Part 1 by Michelle Andrade, August 19 Spaces Simplified provides expert help to de-clutter, organize, and beautify your home or corporate space in a way that benefits your life as a whole. Your space should give you energy, not drain it away. It should be--and can be-- a source of inspiration and tangible support as well as a reminder of who you are when you're at your best... -Spaces Simplified, www.spacessimplified.com Cool Moms In The Community: Encouraging Philanthropy at a Young Age, part II by Beth Kanter, August 5 Beth Kanter, mother of many trades, speaks to us about raising our children to be philanthropically minded. Last week,Beth began sharing with us how she has brought giving into her daily life with her children. This week, she shares more ideas that she has done in her own home to help teach her children about making a difference. Cool Moms In The Community: Encouraging Philanthropy at a Young Age by Beth Kanter, July 29 Beth Kanter, mother of many trades, speaks to us about raising our children to be philanthropically minded. Digging In The Dirt by Michelle Andrade, July 25 Let your kids be a part of the planting, watering, watching, digging, cleaning, cutting, cooking AND eating and they will see the entire food process! Do Something Green by Tamara Batarseh, July 23 We all know how cool it is to make a difference, so make a more conscious effort to do something GREEN. Picking Tomatoes by Michelle Andrade, July 15 (1 comment) Backyard farming is more than just a great thing for the Earth... it's also an amazing learning experience. Gardening is truly a family affair. Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda: I Shoulda Christmas-ed In July by Luanne Davidson, July 10 (1 comment) Many organizations reap the benefits of giving around Christmas time. Bring that giving spirit into the summer months, too, by Christmas-ing in July. Cool Kids Care About The Earth by Michelle Andrade, May 5 (1 comment) See the winners from our 2008 "Cool Kids Care About the Earth" Art Contest! How to Set Up a Rain Barrel by Luanne Davidson, April 11 (1 comment) In this article, Luanne Davidson proves that ANYONE can set up a rain barrel. So, read the article, get your barrel, and get ready to start harvesting rain water! Welcome to CoolMomsCare! by Michelle Andrade, March 7 Got a minute? Take your coat off and stay a while! We are glad you are here. CoolMomsCare is here to inspire, encourage and guide you on this journey to Saving the World, One Kid at a Time.