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BRANCH OUT: Roots & Shoots August 2008 eNewsletter
August 2008
IN THIS ISSUE

2008 Olympic Games
There are just three days till the games begin in Beijing, China, and Roots & Shoots members there are getting involved. Get in the games.

Youth on YouTube
At Jane Goodall's Global Youth Summit, youth created public service announcements about world issues. View the PSAs.



JGI-South Africa Newsletter July 2008
Chimps, tributes and celebrations! Get the scoop.

The DIRT
Your source for information on how to dig in and take action. Find lost ladybugs, give apes rights, commit to action. Dig in.

Canadian Teachers' Blog
Roots & Shoots teachers spend their summer traveling in Uganda. Read their blog.

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QUIZ QUESTION: How much energy does a compact flourescent lightbulb use?
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How much energy does a compact flourescent lightbulb use? (See below.)

Back to School Time
For many, back to school means back to Roots & Shoots. Here are some tips for school-based members. Get educated.

Roots & Shoots Day of Peace
SAVE THE DATE:  Sept. 21, 2008       Take action to promote peace around the world! Download a peace postcard and build a Giant Peace Dove Puppet.

What to Do on the Web
There are tons of resources right at your fingertips on the global Roots & Shoots website. Do you know how to use them? Get web savvy.

Group Leader Spotlight
Maryland middle-schooler Peter A. writes, performs and fundraises to help the environment. Meet Peter.

Roots & Shoots Book Club
Dr. Jane's Pick! Mira Tweti's Here, There and Everywhere: The Story of Sreeeeeeeet the Lorikeet helps readers understand the commercial pet trade. Follow the lory.

New Staff at Pine Ridge
Patricia Hammond brings compassion, hope and Roots & Shoots love to South Dakota's tribal lands. Meet Patricia.

Update from Shanghai
Roots & Shoots-Shanghai Office in China ranks first in Eco-Office Evaluation Program. Green your office.

Get Well, Dr. Jane
While tracking chimps at Gombe National Park in Tanzania, Dr. Jane injured her shoulder. She's on the mend but would love to receive lots of "Get Well" messages from Roots & Shoots members on the Discussion Boards. Wish her well.



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