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Be the Change

Rob Greenfield's Call to Kids - Making a Difference in a Messed-Up World

Robin Greenfield Antonia Banyard

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Greystone Books,Canada
19 April 2022
High profile author: Rob Greenfield is an internationally acclaimed zero-waste environmental activist with 341k subscribers on YouTube and 816k followers on Facebook. Empowering and uplifting: Greenfield leads by example and shows kids how small actions can make a huge difference in their own communities. Kid-friendly information on the highly popular movement towards zero waste living, and how we can reduce waste in our own families and communities. Proceeds 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-color photos throughout demonstrate Rob's key concepts and share examples of zero-waste living from Rob's own life. Engaging, entertaining writing: Rob's writing is down-to-earth and fun for kids to read. Includes a Teacher's Guide available for download.

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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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Imprint:   Greystone Books,Canada
Country of Publication:   Canada
Dimensions:   Height: 228mm,  Width: 177mm, 
ISBN:   9781771645911
ISBN 10:   1771645911
Pages:   96
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 8 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile
Replaced By:   9781771645935
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

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.

Reviews for Be the Change: Rob Greenfield's Call to Kids - Making a Difference in a Messed-Up World

"“[A] nifty handbook… readers will find his adventures of the greatest interest….this salute to sustainability works for both individual reading and classroom use.” —Booklist “Understanding the environmental and social issues we face is daunting and disheartening. Be the Change connects the dots between these issues while presenting concrete actions that we can take as individuals, families and communities to realize the changes we all want to see in the world.” —Dr. Anna Crawford, Chair of Greenpeace Canada's Board of Directors “Rob Greenfield is a man of change. Rob puts his whole being into what he believes in. I'm honored to call Mr. Greenfield a friend and an example of true Humanity and purpose. Buy this Book!! Change your Life!!!” —Ron Finley, The Gangsta Gardener “I loved every page of this amazing book–Rob offers fun, exhilarating escapades that are also real-world ways to help a world that needs your attention right now. Turns out, saving our planet is fun. I put this book down feeling fired up and full of hope, and you will too.” —Caroline Paul, author of You Are Mighty: A Guide to Changing the World “A downright joyous exploration of the ways kids can heal the planet, help their neighbors and live happy lives. In a genre chock full of doom and gloom, Rob provides an inspiration sandwich filled with the information and practical tips every budding world changer needs.” —Michael O'Heaney, Executive Director of The Story of Stuff Project ""An inspirational addition to any nonfiction section in an elementary or middle school library. Perfect for those who want to know more about how they can help the environment and inspire change in their communities."" —School Library Journal"


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