Toxic Waste Nuclear Sludge Candy Tainted with High Lead Levels, Recalled

The FDA announced that Candy Dynamics is recalling some of its Toxic Waste brand candy. Toxic Waste in Nuclear Sludge, made in Pakistan, has been found to contain elevated levels of lead that poses a threat of poisoning, especially for children. Toxic Waster is made by Candy Dynamics and under the Circle City Marketing and Distributing of Indianapolis, Specific Toxic Waste candies recalled include... Click to read

At-Home vs. Professional Teeth Whitening: Green Alternatives that Save Green

Teeth whitening has been in vogue for several years now with celebrities, models and everyday consumers. Many procedures for teeth whitening are marketed. Is it worth having your teeth whitened professionally? Lady Greenwise puts on her diy hat and discusses how to save green and make green choices about getting white teeth. Read more...

Poinsettia and Holiday Plant Care

One of my favorite parts of the holiday season are all the lovely plants to enjoy. Sadly a live Christmas tree with it's pungent, spicy evergreen scent must come down. So too the wreaths and cut flowers. But even when all the holiday decorations have been packed away, there is no reason to discard those holiday plants. With proper care, you an enjoy your poinsettia for several months. Not only are the plants lovely to see, but your home will be healthier too with the nutrients that plants put into the environment. Read more...

How to Make Butter Easy and Inexpensive

Students of all ages love hands on learning activities. What better way to understand how something works than with interactive educational experiences? Making butter with your students teaching chemistry and science principles and it's great fun! Here's how to make butter easily in any educational setting with no special equipment. Here's how...

Free National Geographic 'Great Migrations' Lesson Plans

Free printable and online activities to follow up National Geographic's series 'Great Migrations'. NG 'Great Migrations' teaches about migratory patterns, habitat, biomes, predator-prey relationships, green living, biodiversity, ecology, environment and life science. Read more...

How to Help Your Cat When He is Sick

Understanding Your Cat's Behavior when He is Sick
Cats are sensitive creatures. They have the capacity for a wide variety of emotion: fear, embarrassment, shame, jealousy, pique and even have a rudimentary sense of humor. When your cat is ill, his behavior may surprise you. Here are ways to help him.
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Reuse Holiday Lights Year-Round for Green Decor

Holiday Lights: Green, Creative Ways to Use and Reuse
Don't you love the simple beauty of holiday lights? Strings of soft, delicate colors add a lovely ambiance. Use low wattage holiday lights year-round for decorating and design. Here's a list of green ways to use holiday lighting.
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Green, Recyled Harvest and Halloween Crafts

Eco-Friendly Recycled Halloween and Autumn Harvest Craft Ideas
Planning your annual Halloween or harvest party? Here are great fall themed crafts that focus on autumn harvest and non-spooky Halloween fun. Easy, inexpensive fall crafts using recycled materials.
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Green Home Winterization Tips that Save Heating Costs

Easy, Inexpensive Ways to Reduce Your Home Energy and Heating Costs
We've winterized homes and mobile homes and have learned many tricks along the way to reduce home heating costs. These DIY, 'on-a-shoestring' tips do not require large investments of money. Cut your energy consumption with these green ideas.
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Free Printable Color-Your Own Greeting Cards

Free Printable Coloring Page Greeting Cards for Children
Looking for a fun coloring project for your children? How about free printable color-your-won greeting cards. These greeting cards print in black and white so that children can enjoy coloring. Birthday, Halloween, Thank you, Get Well and more.
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