The Little Environmentalists is committed to developing and publishing children’s environmental education materials to promote environmental awareness, appreciation, knowledge, and stewardship. We believe that parents and educators want to teach children about nature and the environment, but may not have access to the tools and information to make learning about the environment exciting and simple. Everyone learns together with The Little Environmentalists!

What makes our products environmentally friendly?
100% Recycled Paper
100% Post-Consumer Waste
Processed Chlorine-Free
and Recyclable

Using Recycled Paper:

• Reduces demand on forests
• Uses less total energy
• Lessens greenhouse gas emissions
• Utilizes less bleach (chlorine), which decreases toxic chemicals in our environment
• Produces fewer toxic releases
• Saves water
• Decreases waste that would be landfilled or incinerate

Understanding Recycled Fiber at the Environmental Paper Network

Q&A on the Environmental Benefits of Recycled Paper at Environmental Defense

Energy Kids Page at Energy Information Administration (This is a great resource for parents and teachers!)

New Program for 2010

Water Quality Testing
Students will be introduced to the basics of stream monitoring. We will test and discuss these factors: temperature, biotic Index, flow, habitat, and turbidity. Students will also learn about the connection between land use and the resulting effects on water quality along with water conservation.

Check out these water quality lesson and materials from UW-Extension and Water Action Volunteers

Watershed in a Box
Build a simple watershed to show runoff pollution

Erosion in a Bottle
Create a model that demonstrates the principles of soil erosion.

Urban Runoff Model
Build a model that demonstates the dynamics of stormwater runoff.

The Human Watershed
Human Watershed: Compare the similarities between the human circulatory system and the streams and rivers that circulate water across the land.

Winter 2009 Newsletter
December, 2009

Please read the below winter newsletter to catch up on everything that we have been doing so far this year and also learn more about what is in store for the rest of the winter!

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Wisconsin Trails Magazine
July/August 2009 Editions

Wisconsin's premier outdoor magazine that explores the people, history, nature, culture, and travel reviews our recent release Go Green With Me.
Change the world one child at a time with help of the children's publisher, The Little Environmentalists. Their latest release Go Green With Me is the perfect opportunity to start a dialouge with your children or grandchildren about caring for the earth. The friendly illustrations and clever quips such as, "Reduce! Reuse! That is our Dare!" introduce environmentalism to preschoolers in a fun setting. Practical tips can be incorporated into even the littlest one's day.
www.wisconsintrails.com

Ecoscene Reviews The Latest From The Little Environmentalists
August 2009

The book, Go Green With Me by Rebecca Mattano and Kristen Collier, was beaming with important environmental tips, information, and questions. As a K-8 teacher and sponsor of my school's environmental club, that's the kind of book I want to share with my students! From the easy, rhyming text, facts and statistics throughout this short story, to tips and ideas at the end of the selection, it's a teacher's springboard to helping students learn about the importance of taking care of our planet.

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Awarded Two Top Honors for 2009 From Creative Child Magazine

2009 Book of the Year Awarded to Go Green With Me
2009 Preferred Choice Book Awarded to Nature Discovery in My Backyard

MetroParent Magazine Rebecca is featured as a Mogul Mom in MetroParent Magazine. View Article

Take a look at the review by The Old Schoolhouse of Nature Discovery In My Backyard.

Natural Step for Communities
Rebecca was invited to take part in this exciting study circle, The Natural Step for Communities, how cities and towns can change to sustainable business practices! As part of the study circle a small group of dedicated individuals in Hartland have come together for a common cause, making Hartland a more sustainable community! Learn more about Natural Step programs in your communities and get involved! Keep checking back to learn about what we are doing in our community!

Check Out Our Free Downloads Page
Now you can download and print fun activities and coloring pages. Keep checking back for other great stuff!

Check Out Our Podcast With The United Montessori Association
Rebecca has been invited to interview with John Shepard about our company and books. The United Montessori Association delivers informative Podcasts to the greater Montessori community. The United Montessori Association is talking with people from a variety of backgrounds who have a sincere interest in the education and welfare of children and their families. Listen to the podcast interview!

Free Community Outreach Programs
We love to come out to the local schools, libraries, community centers, events, etc... We have had such a wonderful response from our local community and we want to thank everyone! In 2009 we have done (or have scheduled) programs with over 1000 children (preschool - 2nd grade) and adults across Wisconsin and Illinois! If you would like to inquire about the author coming to do a program please email us.
Check out our program flyer

Start the new year with a commitment to go green at home!

We are sorry, but we are not accepting any more entries.
We are looking for five families in southeast Wisconsin to take the Go Green Family Challenge. The Little Environmentalists is working with Metroparent Magazine to select five families to look at five areas: energy, food, water, recycling, and waste.