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Be the Change

Rob Greenfield's Call to Kids - Making a Difference in a Messed-Up World
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Be the Change by Antonia Banyard and Robin Greenfield is a children's book that inspires young readers to make a positive impact on the world. It presents actionable eco-friendly tips and engaging stories that motivate children to adopt sustainable practices in their daily lives, empowering them to become active stewards of the environment.
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This book may appeal to you if you're looking for an engaging and inspiring way to introduce children to sustainability and environmental activism. Through colourful illustrations and real-life examples, young readers are encouraged to take small steps that can lead to big changes, making it perfect for children interested in how they can make a positive impact on the world.

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Be the Change

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Be the Change by Antonia Banyard and Robin Greenfield features a high-profile author: Rob Greenfield is an internationally acclaimed zero-waste environmental activist with 341k subscribers on YouTube and 816k followers on Facebook.

This empowering and uplifting book shows kids how small actions can make a huge difference in their own communities through Greenfield's example. It offers kid-friendly information on the highly popular movement towards zero waste living and details how we can reduce waste in our own families and communities.

Proceeds from the book are donated to charity: Greenfield will donate 100% of his proceeds to environmental nonprofits, and Antonia Banyard will donate part of her proceeds to Malambo Grassroots in Zambia.

Full-colour photos throughout demonstrate Rob's key concepts and provide real-life examples of zero-waste living from his own life.

With engaging and entertaining writing, Rob's down-to-earth style makes this book fun for kids to read. Additionally, a Teacher's Guide is available for download to accompany the book.

LEVELING

Guided Reading Level: S

Common Core State Standards:

RI.5.1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9

W.5.1.1a,1b,1c,1d,2,2a,2b,2c,2d,2e,4,5,6,7,8,9b

SL.5.1,1a,1b,1c,1d,2,3,4,5,6

L.5.1,2,2a,2b,2c,2d,2e,3,3a,4,4a,4b,4c,5b,5c,6

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Be the Change by Antonia Banyard and Robin Greenfield is praised for its engaging and inspiring approach to sustainability, offering readers concrete actions for positive change. It skilfully connects complex environmental and social issues with practical solutions for individuals and communities. The book combines excitement and fun with education, leaving readers hopeful and motivated to contribute to a better world.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781771645911

Publisher: Greystone Books,Canada

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 April 2022

Country: Canada

Imprint: Greystone Books,Canada

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 177.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 96

About the Author

Rob Greenfield is an activist and humanitarian dedicated to leading the way to a more sustainable and just world. His work has been covered by media worldwide including National Geographic and France 2TV named him "The Robin Hood of modern times." Rob donates 100 percent of his media income to grassroots nonprofits.

Antonia Banyard's books for kids include the award-winning Water Wow!: An Infographic Exploration (co-authored with Paula Ayer). Originally from South Africa and Zambia, she now lives in British Columbia.

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