Every now and again a real jewel winds up in my inbox. A few weeks ago, the publishers for Melanie Walsh’s 10 Things I Can Do to Help My World contacted me to ask whether I’d like to review Ms. Walsh’s book on Green Mamma. Being the lover that I am of children’s literature, I asked them to forward me the book so that I (and Annabelle) could give it a read.
Written and illustrated by Melanie Walsh, 10 Things I Can Do to Help My World is made from 100% recycled materials and includes 10 practical tips for kids and their parents to live an environmentally friendly lifestyle. According to the press release, 10 Things I Can Do to Help My World is intended for children between the ages of 3 and 6, or from pre-school to grade 1. When I read 10 Things I Can Do to Help My World to Annabelle (age 20 months), she enjoyed turning the pages (several function as cut-out flaps that hide “tips”) and listening to the simple, short sentences that flow from page to page. I noticed that if I tried to share some of the longer bits of information about energy conservation, recycling, etc., my toddler grew bored of me (and the book), but as I said, she is a bit young for all parts of the book.
Some of my favorite tips from 10 Things I Can Do to Help My World include: unplugging appliances that are not in use, feeding birds in winter, and upcycling packaging to create new toys. I couldn’t help but think that any child (or family) who receives this book as a gift will likely teach the adults in their lives a thing or two about caring for our earth.
With the holidays just around the corner, this book would make a wonderful gift and addition to any young environmentalist’s library. I rate it 5 out of 5 stars.
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This is unrelated… but I wanted to tell you that I went to a baby shower a couple of weeks ago and my friend has decided to go the g-diaper route. Thanks to your site, I could tell the women I was talking to all about them! Everyone was really intrigued, and I suggested to my friend that she check out Green Mamma. So thanks for the info :)
Wow! I always get excited when I hear another mom is choosing earth friendly diapering options. Also, thanks for mentioning my site to your friends. It’s nice to know that content on Green Mamma is helpful to other folks. =)
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