I have not been posting AT ALL this winter, with the exception of Winter Camp, because I have been so busy with Roots & Shoots/Earth's Birthday Project; a great partnership of two like-minded organizations!
Today I got to speak to all of the kids at Turquoise Trail Elementary about the global movement that is Roots & Shoots, the inspiration of Jane Goodall, and Earth's Birthday Project (EBP). I shared Jane's inspiring story, and then Cliff told them how they could help. Cliff Ross is the Founder of Earth's Birthday Project, a program aimed at promoting wonder, learning and care in kids. He has been inspiring kids to collect pennies for the Peruvian Rainforest, home to the endangered yellow tailed monkey for 20 years! This year we added a local cause: keeping water in the Rio Grande for the otters!
Following the presentation, the Green Team at the school approached us. They were very excited to plan a big birthday party for the Earth on May 17th. Many other kids wanted to speak with us afterward and share their excitement ~ for the earth, for helping, and for earning a cute, plush Zwibble!
I feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to do this work, connecting with and being inspired by kids, on behalf of Dr. Jane and Roots & Shoots.
