Resources for Education

NEW resources!

• Initial thoughts on ecology, education and transformation
• Transformation Through Education: a reflection by David Rhoads
• • Four Principles of Eco-Justice Education
  • Definitions of Ecology
• Use these complete lesson plans and curricula
  • Stewardship of Creation Curricula
  • Congregational Curricula and Programs on "The Future of Creation"
  • Vacation Bible School resource: “ReNew” a “Green VBS” from Sparkhouse [www.wearesparkhouse.org]
• Hold classes and forums in your congregation
  • Denominational Statements on Environmental Policy
  • Learn about particular issues on the ecological state of the world
  • Watch videos
  • Use Northwest Earth Institute's Adult Education Materials
  • Bring in speakers about ecology and faith
  • Study the Earth Charter and other documents
  • Have a reading group on books related to the environment
  • Use an existing curriculum or manual for conversation
  • Small Group Resources
• Provide information
  • Develop a brochure of local resources for your community
  • Host an Eco-Fair
  • Include these quotations about the environment
  • Books and other resources
  • Essays by Dr. David Rhoads
  • Resources for simple living
  • Eco-Justicia: ESPANOL/SPANISH Language Eco-Justice Site
  • Helpful links
• Create opportunities to connect with nature
  • Sponsor a retreat
  • Chicago regional opportunities
• Educate Youth and Children
  • Ideas and resources for teaching youth to also care for creation
  • Vacation Bible School resource: “ReNew” a “Green VBS” from Sparkhouse [www.wearesparkhouse.org]
• Interfaith Environmental Resources