Read this excerpt from “The Girl Who Silenced the World for Five Minutes.”
You grown-ups say you love us. I challenge you, please make your actions reflect your words.
According to Suzuki, to show love toward their children, grown-ups should
act in a loving way toward the world.
tell their children that they love them every day.
talk about worldwide environmental issues.
reflect on the problems and challenges in the world.
reflect on how their actions are impacting the world and future generations.
take action to address and solve those problems.
lead by example by making sustainable choices in their own lives.
listen to the voices of young people and take them seriously.
work together to create a better future for all.