“Inspired by the cultural change happening all around him, Gaylord Nelson had a vision for teachers and learners to set aside a day to consider human impacts on the environment,” said PBS Wisconsin Education Executive Producer Megan Monday. “This idea took off worldwide, becoming an annual event and a touchstone for a larger sustainability movement we are still seeing develop today. We’re excited to add this changemaker and his story of environmental impact to the Wisconsin Biographies collection.”
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Ken Notes: WATCH THIS` In fact watch both, this about Gaylord Nelson and daughter Tia`s film as well. What a great way to celebrate Earth Day this year. A special note to teachers and parents who have had to become teachers. These new productions will give you a great deal to talk about and the pbswisconsineducation.org has much more as well....