Description
Imagine a world where city streets are vibrant and welcoming for everyone—designed for pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport users! This visionary new book invites readers to explore sustainable urban living, illustrating how cities can transform from congested asphalt jungles into thriving spaces full of fresh air and accessible transit options. With the premise that streets should prioritize people over cars, this enlightening read delves into various modes of sustainable transportation, including electric vehicles, biking, walking, and efficient public transportation.
The book serves as an accessible guide for young minds eager to advocate for eco-friendly habits and sustainable city design. It includes practical ideas for children to implement green transportation initiatives in their communities, along with a glossary and an expansive list of resources for further exploration.
Part of the ThinkCities series, it addresses the pressing challenges cities face due to climate change, rising populations, and greater urban density. However, it also emphasizes resilience and hope, presenting a new paradigm for urban living that prioritizes health, safety, and community engagement. Enhanced by captivating illustrations, diagrams, and factual insights, this publication aligns with the Common Core State Standards, making it an excellent educational tool.
Don't miss out on this essential addition for anyone passionate about sustainable living and urban transformation!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781773064659, Format: With dust jacket, Year: 2022, Publisher: House of Anansi.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781773064659
Format: With dust jacket
Year: 2022
Publisher: House of Anansi
Description:
Congested city streets are noisy and thick with cars and trucks, while pedestrians and cyclists are squeezed to the dangerous edges—but does it have to be this way?
Imagine a city where we aren’t stuck in cars, where clean air makes it easier to breathe, and where transit is easy to access—and on time. Imagine a city where streets are for people!
This fun, accessible and ultimately hopeful book explores sustainable transportation around the globe, including electric vehicles, public transit, bicycles, walking and more. It invites us to conjure up a city of the future, where these modes are all used together to create a place that is sustainable, healthy, accessible and safe.
Includes a list of ideas for children to promote green transportation in their communities, along with a glossary and sources for further reading.
The ThinkCities series is inspired by the urgency for new approaches to city life as a result of climate change, population growth and increased density. It highlights the challenges and risks cities face, but also offers hope for building resilience, sustainability and quality of life as young people advocate for themselves and their communities.
Key Text Features
diagrams
facts
further information
further reading
glossary
historical context
illustrations
labels
resources
references
Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.7
Interpret information presented visually, orally, or quantitatively (e.g., in charts, graphs, diagrams, tim
The book serves as an accessible guide for young minds eager to advocate for eco-friendly habits and sustainable city design. It includes practical ideas for children to implement green transportation initiatives in their communities, along with a glossary and an expansive list of resources for further exploration.
Part of the ThinkCities series, it addresses the pressing challenges cities face due to climate change, rising populations, and greater urban density. However, it also emphasizes resilience and hope, presenting a new paradigm for urban living that prioritizes health, safety, and community engagement. Enhanced by captivating illustrations, diagrams, and factual insights, this publication aligns with the Common Core State Standards, making it an excellent educational tool.
Don't miss out on this essential addition for anyone passionate about sustainable living and urban transformation!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9781773064659, Format: With dust jacket, Year: 2022, Publisher: House of Anansi.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781773064659
Format: With dust jacket
Year: 2022
Publisher: House of Anansi
Description:
Congested city streets are noisy and thick with cars and trucks, while pedestrians and cyclists are squeezed to the dangerous edges—but does it have to be this way?
Imagine a city where we aren’t stuck in cars, where clean air makes it easier to breathe, and where transit is easy to access—and on time. Imagine a city where streets are for people!
This fun, accessible and ultimately hopeful book explores sustainable transportation around the globe, including electric vehicles, public transit, bicycles, walking and more. It invites us to conjure up a city of the future, where these modes are all used together to create a place that is sustainable, healthy, accessible and safe.
Includes a list of ideas for children to promote green transportation in their communities, along with a glossary and sources for further reading.
The ThinkCities series is inspired by the urgency for new approaches to city life as a result of climate change, population growth and increased density. It highlights the challenges and risks cities face, but also offers hope for building resilience, sustainability and quality of life as young people advocate for themselves and their communities.
Key Text Features
diagrams
facts
further information
further reading
glossary
historical context
illustrations
labels
resources
references
Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.4.7
Interpret information presented visually, orally, or quantitatively (e.g., in charts, graphs, diagrams, tim