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by chickens that recycle food scraps to create nutrient\u002Drich poo collected by robotic dung beetles, and flying bicycles lifted by “biogas booster pants.” “Everything in this book,” Mushin writes, “is THEORETICALLY POSSIBLE” and if implemented would not only save vanishing species, but would “CRUSH CLIMATE CHANGE like a Matchbox car in a vise.” Readers may find some of his proposals hard to absorb, since he insists on cramming every oversize page with Rube Goldberg–style diagrams or cutaway views of zany factories and devices, and the work is rife with dense bursts of hand\u002Dlettered narrative. Still, the urgency of his message that we are teetering on the brink of catastrophe comes through loud and clear—as does his fundamental optimism that we can still pull off a save. Urging readers to work on “ludicrously brilliant new ideas” of their own, he closes with a flurry of “Invention Starter” prompts. The small line\u002Ddrawn cartoon figures in his illustrations have skin the color of the page."
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An innovative guide to reconnecting with the natural world through radical thinking and hands-on projects, this book challenges young readers to see their urban environments as ecosystems teeming wit...
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An innovative guide to reconnecting with the natural world through radical thinking and hands-on projects, this book challenges young readers to see their urban environments as ecosystems teeming with possibility. Through a mix of imaginative engineering concepts and practical activities, it transforms everyday spaces into opportunities for environmental stewardship and creative problem-solving. The content bridges scientific principles with tangible actions, making complex ecological concepts accessible and immediately applicable to modern life.
What sets this work apart is its bold approach to environmental education, framing sustainability not as limitation but as boundless creative opportunity. Teen readers who enjoy tinkering, building, and questioning conventional wisdom will find endless inspiration in its pages, while parents will appreciate how it fosters critical thinking and environmental awareness. The projects range from simple observations to ambitious redesigns of human systems, ensuring there's something for every level of interest and commitment. This is exactly the kind of forward-thinking environmental book that could spark the next generation of innovators and planet-conscious citizens.
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