In “The Parents’ Guide to Climate Revolution,” author Mary DeMocker points to a plethora of online resources for parents. These are her favorite websites for getting families educated and engaged in their climate future.
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StoryofStuff.org
Visit this site to watch easy-to-understand and entertaining shorts that explain topics such as cap and trade and Citizens United.
Brainson.org
Visit this site to listen to a science podcast for kids.
350.org
This is the world’s largest climate activism organization, with chapters all over the world. Visit this site to learn about the grassroots climate justice movement nationally and in your hometown. A chapter-locator map will link you to local campaigns.
EarthGuardians.org
Earth Guardians is a youth movement led by Xiuhtezcatl (pronounced Shoo-tehz-caht) Martinez. Martinez is a 17-year-old hip-hop artist/activist who works to mobilize youths to “become the ones we’ve been waiting for” to defend the planet. Visit the site’s Action page for ideas on how to get involved.
OurChildrensTrust.org
Our Children’s Trust is a nonprofit based in Eugene. Visit this site to learn about youth-led legal campaigns in 12 countries and to watch short, inspirational documentaries about the kids in the U.S. who are using litigation to make adults lower their greenhouse gas emissions.
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