Teen Ink Magazine,
May 2004 :
Environment Articles
Costa Rica by Amanda S., Hull, MA "I can't believe it - a real, live sea turtle!" my best friend Jess whispered as we observed a leatherback turtle.
Jess, our teacher Mr. Merritt, and I all stood in awe as we realized that we had finally reached Costa Rica. Continue...
Disposable World by Sarah R., El Dorado, KS The environment has become nothing more than filth.The human race has become lazy when it comes to the upkeep of our beloved planet. Continue...
Earth's Capacity by Katie L., Parker, CO In the time it takes you to read this paragraph, 40 babies will have been born around the world. Population control is the key to survival.
Pollution is the first major problem of this growing population. On average, each of the 6. Continue...
Some Life Lessons Only Come Organically by Hilary C., San Gabriel, CA Once a week I go to a local farmers market with my mom. A few blocks are lined with wooden booths, their tops covered in bright plastic. Continue...
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