Do check this out sometime...All creative input welcome.Thanks and warm wishes.TERI Press, the publishing arm of The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), in collaboration with Reliance TimeOut, has launched books under its children's imprint Terrapin. The books are aimed at sensitizing children to environmental problems and the urgent need to protect the planet. Terrapin books are produced under the aegis of Dr R K Pachauri, Director-General, TERI and head of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), joint winners of the Nobel Peace Prize 2007. Explaining the rationale behind the children's book imprint, Dr Pachauri said, "It is really in the hands of children to try to change their own lives towards greater protection of the environment and all our natural resources. I hope those who read these books will not only enjoy them greatly but also feel inspired to implement actions that are described in these pages, so that we create a beautiful, peaceful and healthy future for the human race."Ms Madhu Singh Sirohi, Manager In-charge, TERI Press, added "The mission of Terrapin books is not only to inform, but also to encourage observation, application, and positive participation in tackling environment- related problems. We are honoured to partner with an established and respected player like Reliance Retail in this endeavour." Apart from the release of the books, TERI had also organized an environment quiz, titled 'The Green Genius Quiz' which featured teams from top Delhi schools as they battled it out for the title of 'TERI Mini-Environmentali st'. Children from Udayan Care, Gurgoan, also participated in a poster painting competition – 'The Green Canvas' – at the venue. TERI Press aims to publish colourful and attractive international quality children's books on environment related subjects. All books are printed on recycled paper. The series is geared towards enhancing the 'green quotient' in our future generation through literature that entertains while preparing them for a 'green' tomorrow. About 100 titles will be launched in the year 2008-09, targeting children from the age of 3 yrs to 15 years. Beginning with Delhi and followed by Bangalore, these books will be available at all Reliance TimeOut and Reliance Fresh outlets across India. About TerrapinTerrapin publishes books that are not just visually appealing but also topically relevant. The mission of Terrapin is to spread awareness among children about all environmental issues. The books entertain as they subtly educate. The theme of all these books is woven around TERI's mandate of energy, environment, and sustainable development.About TERI PressTERI Press, the publishing arm of TERI is best known for its titles in the areas of environment, energy and sustainable development. TERI Press is committed to publishing high quality works at all levels—from reference titles to general interest books.
Sources yahoo creativegarh by Pallavi Shah Dated on 29-07-08
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