green education

Tests & No Child Left Behind Lack Real Life Application

October 20, 2010

Did you come here from Why doesn’t your son go to a real school? – if not you may want to read that. Consider real life: How often, at work or just in normal conversations with others are you given test experiences. Most of the time you’re not. Your boss doesn’t say, “What will you [...]

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What is a green school?

August 4, 2010

The idea behind green schools is nothing new. I think most of us hanging out at a blog called Growing a Green Family for example, are likely way into the idea of greener schools. That said, while a select few advocacy groups are pushing for more green schools along with eco-friendly curriculum plans, the fact [...]

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Get Ready for the Greenest School Year Yet!

August 2, 2010

This is the perfect year to get green at school. From green school audits to greener school supplies to waste-free school lunches and even eco-friendly homeschooling tips; Growing a Green Family has got you covered. Check out the tips below and watch this space for more green tips as we get closer to back to [...]

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No Impact Project for Schools & Educators

January 17, 2010

If you’re into green living then you’ve most likely heard of No Impact Man. If not watch the trailer below then keep reading for info about a nice little environmental education curriculum package you can score from the No Impact Project website. The No Impact Project website is a supplement to the film and contains [...]

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Better Green Education Choices for Youth

December 11, 2009

Public schools are not the best choice if you’re looking to raise green kids. Not that we can only blame schools. How we act as parents matters more in my opinion, because our kids mimic our behaviors, but schools do play a role in green living. Most public schools don’t live up to their green [...]

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