MySpace, Our Planet: Change is Possible by The MySpace Comunity with Jeca Taude

Many people are concerned about the “health” of our planet, but it’s hard to figure out where and how to start making changes in your own life, even if you already know why you should. For people who don’t quite understand the environmental reasons behind the “going green” movement, this book starts off with information about how climate change has already effected life on Earth and some worst-case scenarios about what else could happen if carbon emissions continue to rise at such an alarming rate. With well-organized, easy-to-apply suggestions of how every person can work toward a more eco-friendly lifestyle (in either “micro” or “macro” steps), this book is a must-read. I was thrilled to see that the book itself is very eco-friendly, as well, since it was printed on recycled paper (made from 100% post-consumer waste) with vegetable-based inks. Whether you are reading this book for suggestions to get started or to figure out how to take the next step, there is something for everyone.

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MySpace safety…

If you or a teen you know is on MySpace (or just using the internet in general), there are a few safety measures you should know about. Check out the following articles for some good/practical advice:

http://familyinternet.about.com/od/computingsafetyprivacy/a/TeenMySpace.htm
http://familyinternet.about.com/od/computingsafetyprivacy/a/myspaceparent.htm
http://familyinternet.about.com/od/computingsafetyprivacy/a/parentsafetyg.htm

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MySpace

Do you ever use MySpace to discuss homework assignments? According to an article in School Library Journal, “almost 60 percent of students who use social networking sites such as Friendster, Facebook, and even Webkins and Nick.com… say they talk about educational topics… more than 50 percent specifically talk about schoolwork…” I would love to receive comments from any of my Tweens and Teens who want to weigh in on this topic. I am a long-time supporter of Tweens & Teens having access to MySpace, and this article makes me feel even better about the fact that our library’s Teens have a MySpace of their own! Check it out here: http://www.myspace.com/eglibraryteens.

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