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Getty Images / Marko Geber Key Takeaways A study notes that participating in physical activity can counteract the negative impact of screen time among kids. Youth who weren’t physically active at all during the day reported low quality of life satisfaction. Getting kids outside and in motion can benefit them physically and mentally. From virtual schooling to zoom meetings, people have become dependent on computers and cellphones like never before.

Teaching About Invasive Species is designed as a tool kit. Whether working inside or outside schools, youth educators will find in Green Teacher’s new book the innovative perspectives, program ideas, games and activities that they need to engage young people from 6-19 years of age in this challenging topic. Invasive species, if unchecked, will continue to have significant negative impacts on our environment and on our economy. Fortunately, the spread of many invasives can be checked.