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The High Price of Materialism: Further Reading
Custom Pages | January 9, 2018
New Dream Staff Picks: Books We Love
Blog | by Lisa Mastny | April 11, 2012
New Dream staff share their picks for the most inspirational books they've read on topics of consumerism, parenting, and work-life balance.
Resources
Resources Landing Page | February 28, 2018
Top SoKind Holiday Books for Children
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | December 8, 2014
We know so many Americans are tired of the commercialization of the holidays and want more of what matters ...not just more stuff and stress. But, in the midst of all the commercials, lists for Santa, and shopping trips, how do you get your kids to appreciate a simpler, more meaningful holiday? We've compiled a list of our favorite holiday books that we hope make it easier for you to communicate your values and desires to your kids. Happy Reading!
The Happiness Project: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun
Blog | by New Dream | June 24, 2011
A memoir of a year spent test-driving the wisdom of the ages, current scientific studies, and lessons from popular culture about how to be happier.
Top 5 Eco-Friendly Public Sculptures
Blog | by Sarah Baird | August 13, 2013
Across the United States, 2013 has been a major year for public art installations with a larger mission.
VIDEO: America the Possible – how we can start building the place we truly want for our children and ourselves (5 min.)
Videos | September 12, 2013
Gus Speth shows us "America the Possible"—the place we truly want for our children and ourselves—and how we can start building it today.
Reality Strikes Back: A Review of Richard Heinberg’s "The End of Growth"
Blog | by Chris Stratton | January 10, 2012
Bad news: Economic growth is gone for good. Good news: Maybe we don’t need growth to be better off.
Break Free From the Carbon Confusion
Blog | by Elizabeth O'Brien | November 14, 2012
By doing the math for you, "How Bad Are Bananas?" can help you be more realistic—and efficient—in your eco-conscious decision making.
Top 10 Ideas for a Screen-Free Summer Your Kids Will Love
Blog | by Edna Rienzi | June 25, 2014
Ditch the screen and try one of these proven ways to keep kids active and engaged all summer.
The Value of Reducing Children's Screen Time: An Interview with Jean Rogers
Blog | February 6, 2018
Jean discusses how screen-time overuse is affecting kids' social-emotional and physical health, and provides tips for parents seeking to reduce screen time.
Homemade Valentines, Gratitude, and the Green Triangle
Blog | by Suzita Cochran | February 12, 2013
How one family's annual valentine-making routine became a way to practice gratitude and green living simultaneously.
What Can a Satire from the 1950s Tell Us About Holiday Commercialism?
Blog | by Addison Del Mastro | December 10, 2014
Did a holiday short story from 1956 predict today's rampant commercialism?
Downsizing Stuff, Super-sizing Life
Blog | by Jenna Brown | April 14, 2014
Jenna Brown's journey from suburban housewife to downsized city dweller—and tips for doing it yourself!