Teens go green! : tips, techniques, tools, and themes for YA programming

Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for engaging teens and 'tweens with ecofriendly, low-cost art programs that are appropriate for the library or classroom.

Being "green" is a hot topic today, not only for businesses and adults interested in being socially responsible, but also for 'tweens, teens, and young adults. Today's young adults are keenly aware of environmental issues, locally and globally. They are also in need of art programs that provide a hands-on, creative outlet.

Teens Go Green!: Tips, Technique, Tools and Themes for YA Programming is an approachable reference book for librarians or high school teachers looking for low-cost, environmentally themed art projects and programs that teens will relate to and find fun. In Part 1, the author explains the needs for these programs, offers tips for teaching them, and suggests ways to expand teen involvement in the library. Part 2 provides dozens of practical, easy-to-follow art project ideas that demonstrate how simple teaching green teen art projects can be.

What you need to go green: basic supplies, and general resources -- Teaching tips, themes, and formats -- Making it techno-green: techie spaces, blogs and websites -- Sharing the green : marketing programs at your home library and on the road -- Simply inexpensive one hour eco-friendly art programs -- Fast food containers and other throw aways -- Green themes for a greenback : art projects for under $1.00 -- Green teen get-togethers: all-nighters, afterschool, and more -- Going local and global : international, community, and intergenerational art projects -- Earth Day and other celebration ideas all year long -- Books into art programs.