While overconsumption by the developed world's roughly one billion inhabitants is an abiding problem, another one billion increasingly affluent new consumers in developing countries will place additional strains on the earth's resources, argue authors Norman Myers and Jennifer Kent in this important new book. The New Consumers examines the environmental impacts of this increased consumption, with particular focus on two commodities - cars and meat - that stand to have the most far-reaching effects. It analyzes consumption patterns in a number of different countries, with special emphasis on...

Parents of preschoolers want to know that their children are prepared to enter Kindergarten. This easy guide helps parents with monthly activities they can do with their children to build a strong basic foundation for learning. The activities are inexpensive - most are actually free - and incredibly simple to implement. By using this guide and enjoying quality time with your child, you will help build valuable cognitive, physical, and social-emotional skills while your child just thinks you are having fun together. Through everyday activities, you and your child will work together towards...