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eButterfly project helps kids become citizen scientists

Wed, May 22, 2013 5:25 AM
by Jenn Savedge
Kids can help scientists understand the impact of climate change on butterflies by sharing their butterfly sightings in a new database.

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Mother's Day roundup

Fri, May 08, 2009 1:27 PM

There's not much time left to honor your mother, but MNN has earth-friendly solutions and a few videos to inspire.
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Green blogger's video letter to Oprah
Fri, May 08, 2009 7:15 AM by Jenn Savedge
Beth Terry asks Oprah: "Are you ready to go plastic-free?"
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Doggie bags?
Thu, May 07, 2009 2:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
Eco-ideas for taking care of doggie's business.
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Captain Planet: Two Futures 1, Part 4

Thu, May 07, 2009 1:41 PM

Video: Watch the fourth segment of 'Two Futures 1.'
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Captain Planet: Two Futures 1, Part 3

Thu, May 07, 2009 1:32 PM

Video: Watch the third segment of 'Two Futures 1.'
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Captain Planet: Two Futures 1, Part 2

Thu, May 07, 2009 12:21 PM

Video: Watch the second segment of 'Two Futures 1.'
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Captain Planet: Two Futures 1, Part 1

Thu, May 07, 2009 12:15 PM

Video: Watch the first segment of 'Two Futures 1.'
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Captain Planet: Two Futures 1

Thu, May 07, 2009 12:07 PM

Video: Watch the complete episode of 'Two Futures 1.'
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Waste-free gifts for Mom
Thu, May 07, 2009 6:15 AM by Jenn Savedge
Honor your Mother and Mother Earth with these great waste-free gifts.
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Toy safety tips
Wed, May 06, 2009 2:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
Just because a toy is green does not mean that it is safe. Here's what you need to know to choose a safe toy.
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Blanket statement
Wed, May 06, 2009 12:41 PM by PlentyMag.com
As smooth as a baby's, well, you know.
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No child left inside
Wed, May 06, 2009 8:00 AM by Jenn Savedge
Do your kids get a green hour every day?
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Mother's Day Gift Guide
Wed, May 06, 2009 5:16 AM by Gerri Miller
14 eco-friendly gifts that will please mom -- and Mother Nature.
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Cinco de Mayo craft lineup
Tue, May 05, 2009 12:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
Break out the craft supplies and have a craft fiesta with your kids.
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Eco baby shower fun
Tue, May 05, 2009 8:00 AM by Jenn Savedge
Green games and activities for your next baby shower.
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