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A cat named 'Pretzel': Kitten's recovery inspires Facebook fans

Wed, May 15, 2013 11:57 AM
by Laura Moss
She got her name because of her twisted hind legs, but that doesn't slow her down. The kitten is undergoing multiple surgeries so she can get back on her feet.

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Captain Planet: The Ghost of Porkaloin Past, Part 2

Wed, Apr 01, 2009 5:02 PM

Video: Watch the second segment of 'The Ghost of Porkaloin Past.'
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Captain Planet: The Ghost of Porkaloin Past, Part 1

Wed, Apr 01, 2009 4:08 PM

Video: Watch the first segment of 'The Ghost of Porkaloin Past.'
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Another headache for Johnson & Johnson
Wed, Apr 01, 2009 12:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
It's time to get the toxic chemicals out of our baby's bathtub.
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Bill McKibben issues global call to action
Wed, Apr 01, 2009 8:00 AM by Jenn Savedge
An invitation from Bill McKibben to take one day and use it to stop the climate crisis.
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Oh nuts! Pistachios join the recall list
Tue, Mar 31, 2009 8:41 PM by Jenn Savedge
Another nut bites the dust.
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Captain Planet Giveaway: Official rules

Tue, Mar 31, 2009 3:13 PM

Read the rules and then enter to win.
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Green baby clothes on a budget
Tue, Mar 31, 2009 2:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
Easy ways to save dough on your baby's green duds
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Safer sleepwear for babies
Tue, Mar 31, 2009 9:03 AM by Jenn Savedge
Keep your baby chemical free with safe sleepwear.
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Captain Planet: Meet the Characters

Mon, Mar 30, 2009 5:50 PM

Video: In this exclusive Captain Planet behind-the-scenes video, Executive Producer Barbara Pyle explains the backgrounds of the Planeteers.
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Working together: Cooperative board games
Mon, Mar 30, 2009 4:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
In the race to save the planet, here's how to teach kids to work together to achieve their goals.
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Need a hand? Try babywearing
Mon, Mar 30, 2009 9:22 AM by Jenn Savedge
Stay close to baby while freeing up your arms.
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What you can do about global warming
Fri, Mar 27, 2009 2:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
What can you do about global warming? A lot more than you think.
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Searching for a green high chair?
Fri, Mar 27, 2009 8:00 AM by Jenn Savedge
How to make sure your baby's high chair is safe and healthy for her and for the planet.
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PBS hosts teachers Earth Day webinar
Thu, Mar 26, 2009 2:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
PBS to help teachers find cool ways to teach students about Earth Day with online seminar.
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How to make an Easter basket out of recycled items
Thu, Mar 26, 2009 8:00 AM by Jenn Savedge
Save cash and the planet by making personalized Easter baskets out of recyclables.
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