Lonely Planet Kids The Plastic Problem: 60 Small Ways to Reduce Waste and Help Save the Earth

Over 50 small ways to reduce waste and save the planet

Plastic is everywhere – it's almost impossible to get through one day without using it, and it's creating major problems for our planet, wildlife and ourselves. In this guide, you'll discover loads of easy ways to cut plastic out of your life. Become a 'plastic patroller' instead of a plastic polluter and help protect our world.
You'll find out how to:
Pack a zero waste travel kit to help your family reduce its rubbish on trips
Take better care of your clothes, swap items with friends, and get excited about hand-me-downs
Switch your toothpaste for natural tooth powders and choose an electric, non-throwaway toothbrush
Take your lunch to school in a reusable container and bring reusable cutlery
Reduce the amount of things you buy, reuse what you have, and recycle what you no longer need
Take reusable bags with you when you go shopping

AUBRE ANDRUS is the multi-award-winning children's book author of The Look Up Series, the Moonbeam Children's Book award-winning STEM series for girls. The Look Up Series lets girls befriend real women in STEM and inspires readers to find the curiosity and confidence they need to succeed. Aubre loved her time spent as an editor at American Girl magazine and loves speaking on podcasts and in the media about the importance of empowering girls. 
 
Andrus has written dozens of kid's books for National Geographic, Lonely Planet, American Girl, Disney, Scholastic, and young YouTube stars. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and daughters where she loves to play in the ocean and explore the beauty of Southern California. Head to @aubreandrus to learn more about virtual school visits and her children's book writing digital courses. Educators can find free STEM downloads and videos for The Look Up Series at @thelookupseries.