Other Resources

Affluenza
Affluenza, a 1997 PBS documentary, addresses overconsumption. Click here for a video summary. This summary provides an overview of contents, allowing educators to scroll through the video and play two- to 10-minute clips. Also available on DVD.

Consumption and Waste, by Karen Bledsoe
This book explains how Americans' commercial society and, subsequently, consumption patterns, lead to waste. Addressed are waste patterns throughout history, waste reduction, electronic waste and hazardous waste. Click here for a handout used with 5th graders.

Escape from Affluenza
Escape from Affluenza, a 1998 PBS documentary, shows viewers how to reduce consumption and simplify their lives. Click here for a video summary. This summary provides an overview of contents, allowing educators to scroll through the video and play one- to 8-minute clips. Also available on DVD.

Natural Connections
This 46-minute video makes a compelling case for biodiversity. Click here for a video summary. The summary provides a n overview of contents, allowing educators to scroll through the video and play short clips.

"Sarah Cynthia Sylvia Stout"
This poem about garbage was written in 1974 by Shel Silverstein.

Waste Webquest
A student teacher at North Scott High School developed this handout where students explore the web to find answers to waste-related issues. Though it is targeted to students in Scott County, Iowa, it has information for all high school students.

"The Throwaway Three"
This skit was written for three actors, though may involve more students. It provides a historic look at garbage.

What You Can Do
This is a one-page handout with ideas on how to reduce environmental impact.

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