If ever there was a time to turn your family into a clan of eco warriors, then this is it. Not only will the planet benefit, but you could also reduce your own workload.
The green star of the week
If you've already been through the 'terrible twos' with your kids, you'll probably be familiar with some sort of star system to help them c
Council concerns
When recycling, one of the first calls you make should be to your local authority. They'll give you a comprehensive list of roadside recycling pick-ups and proje
Nuts about soap
When you need to use the washing machine, put the powder back in its packet and opt for some soap nuts. They're allergy-free and are as natural is it gets.
Get real as granny goes green
Next time the kids are round at Grandma's house, get them to ask her about her memories of the war, and stories that her parents and grandparents to
Make do and mend
This will make Granny proud.
Draught-free dogs
Warm air literally goes through the roof - and under the door - so why not recycle your old clothes by making a patchwork dog door draught excluder?
Monitor magic
If you make your kids aware of the plight of the planet you will probably find that they are monitoring your behaviour.
Schools for thought
Get the kids to design and personalise their own containers to take their lunch to school. It's creative and helps you re-use old tubs.
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