On this day of his birthday I'm reminded that one of the important things that I learned while being entertained by Jim Henson's work is environmentalism. Take care of the land, the air, and the sea; watch after the animals; keep the water clean. All of these things take care of us as long as we take care of it!
Studies have shown that we are nearing a point of 'no return' in caring for the environment. People will state that it isn't so - but, it is. The number of natural disasters that happen are more frequent now than in the past (and that's not mentioning the past before they kept regular data - recent past, in your lifetime and mine). Seasons have shifted: Memphis, for example, gets most of its winter in February and not in November and December (I'm not even sure there has been a snowy 'white Christmas' since I was a kid).
Don't litter, as discussed in Muley Reads: Litterbugs Come in Every Size. If you see trash, pick it up (safely) and throw it away. If you have trash, keep it until you get to a trashcan.
Don't put oils or grease in your drains or sewers, especially talk against companies dumping pollution in the rivers.
Animal care is very easy. Air quality - have your vehicle checked and tuned up regularly (or bike!).
When we have a chance to talk about the environment, we should. We should talk to kids about it, because our children are the ones who will inherit the earth. Let's give them something to be proud of!
Muley the Mule assisted by Kevin L. Williams
Music is Crazy Chicken by David Fesliyan.
Muley Reads is a series of videos starring Muley the Mule reading some of his favorite books - and we hope some of yours - wishing to inspire a love of reading, learning, imagining, and creation in children of all ages! And, as always, we love the books that communicate about people, animals, environment, love, and friendship. Some of Muley's special friends may even pop in to request a book.
Grab your family together, grab a snack or two, and sit back to relax while Muley Reads!!
