How can you get friends to join you in embracing the reusable revolution? You could buy them their own canvas bags, or you could share the 25 reasons to pass on plastic. Make them aware of the harm they do to wildlife or the amount of oil it takes to make each bag. Share the benefits of better bags. Read Article
True philathropy encompasses more than a day or an act of charity. It requires acts of charity that span an extended period of time. If you donate clothes to a shelter, check back in a few weeks to see whether there is anything else you can do. Offer to help organize an event. Be a continuous help to the organization. Read Article
What are your favorite companies or brands doing to improve the world? Most business have programs designed to improve local and world communities. Check to see what some of these companies are doing. Maybe you can help. It's cool to care. Read Article
Learn a new word and teach it to your kids. When you do, share more than just the word and its definition. Try to use the word throughout the day and point out examples of other people using the word. Choose words like altruism, charity, selfless, generosity or philanthropy, then put those words into practice. Read Article
Simple acts can save money and help the environment. For example, try drying one load of laundry each week on a clothesline instead of the dryer. You will save a few bucks and a few pounds of coal. You'll also keep the dryer from making your house even hotter during the summer. If you don't have a clothesline use a drying rack. Read Article
Use The Hunger Site to make a difference with the click of a mouse. The concept works for breast cancer, illiteracy and other issues, too. It's free to click, and you'll get a newsletter. Keep the kids involved by having them send notes about the project to relatives. Read Article
The library can still be a valuable resource. Check out a summer book, movie or CD. The library is full of entertainment options. Their great educational programs may teach you a thing or two. And the services are free.
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Check your air quality knowledge. The Department of Environmental Protection designed a kid's test for air quality. Take it yourself, then give it to your kids. Talk about it. Teach your kids about radon and the ozone layer. Show them how to improve air quality. Read Article
Take some time to reflect on those people who don't live in a free society. Slavery still exists and needs our immediate attention. Before your Independence Day fun begins, sign a petition or or learn more about slavery. Start a revolution that frees all men. Read Article
July is UV Safety Month. While most people understand the need for sunscreen, few realize that wearing sunglasses isn't just for cool people any more. Sunburn of the eyes can really happen. When you get into the car or go to the park today, make sure you, your children and your friends are wearing their shades. Read Article
There's no need to race to a red light. Keep some money in your pocket by coasting to them. It will save gas, and you know how expensive gas is these days. Read Article
The bicycle was patented nearly 200 years ago today. Take yours out of the garage and go for a ride. Take the family along to the park, and teach them about conserving energy and preventing polution. Read Article
Looking for even more miles per gallon? Ride your bike to eat, to a firend's house or to the farmer's market. Using your bike just once instead of your car helps reduce polution. Read Article
CoolPeopleCare offers several outlets such as Idealist and the Hands On Network for people who want to try to fix some of the world's biggest problems. Read Article
Coasting to a stop saves gas. So does obeying the speed limit. Get kids to help by telling you when stop signs are coming and by reminding you to slow down. Read Article
Carpooling with kids in the car can be difficult. If you have an extra car seat in the garage, load it into your car. Then you can give your friends and their children a lift. Read Article
If you are still looking for ways to save gas money, get creative on places you can go with a friend. When you have to run errands, ask a neighbor or two whether they need to go to the same place. Read Article
Friends always tell you when they have a problem. When was the last time you followed up with a phone call to see how they are doing? Stay in touch with the people who are important to you. Read Article
We all want to get better gas milage. One way is to avoid jackrabbit starts. Ease away from stop signs and lights. Drive as though there is an egg under your gas pedal. Read Article
CoolMomsCare.org helps mothers make a difference with household tips, book reviews and intersting stories. Read Article
Friends take the time so share their problems with you. Be sure to take the time to follow up with them to make sure they are OK. Read Article
Limit your child's exposure to media and expand their exposure to you. Teach them to treasure nature and they will work to preserve it. Read Article
Shut off the TV and go outside. Find at least one night and dedicated it to meaningful conversation. Set aside five minutes to view nature. Being away from media helps build community. Read Article
Teaching children about the authors of the books you read them aides in their enjoyment. Pick an author and watch them learn. Read Article