What Happened to the Fish in the Lake?: A Story about the Tragedy of the Commons

Description: What Happened to the Fish in the Lake? by Maggie Ka Ka Lee, Twisstii The Tragedy of the Commons describes what happens when people take as much as they can from a shared resource without thinking of the consequences, leading to the depletion of that resource.In What Happened to the Fish in the Lake?, fishers live happily around a lake for years until they start to take more fish than they have need for. Over time, the fish dwindle and disappear. What will the fishers do now? This inspirational story highlights the need for all of us to come together to protect and sustain the environment and the Earths natural resources for current and future generations."We should teach children the fundamental concepts of environmental sustainability, as presented in the Tragedy of the Commons, thereby empowering them to think from a young age, the effects of what we do, to the environment."- Prof Kiu-wai Chu, Assistant Professor,Environmental HumanitiesNanyang Technological UniversityThe AuthorMaggie Ka Ka Lee is an environmentalist and former scientist. She has worked for the United Nations Environment Programme, WWF Singapore, WWF International and several Fortune 500 companies. A prominent speaker and communicator, she has been involved in TEDx events in Singapore and over 100 panels around the world in the past five years. Maggie has written over 10 articles in grey literature and peer-reviewed academic journals. The IllustratorTwisstii is an illustrator based in Singapore. She has illustrated many childrens picture storybooks and has also done commercial work for art galleries and corporations. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description An engaging story about the importance of protecting our environment and sustaining the Earths resources for ourselves and future generations. The tragedy of the commons describes what happens when people take as much as they want from a shared, limited resource without thinking of the consequences. As a result, the resource becomes depleted. In What Happened to the Fish in the Lake?, fishers live happily around a lake for years until they start to take more fish than they have need for. Over time, the fish dwindle and disappear. What will the fishers come together to do? Will they be able to solve the problem? This inspirational childrens story highlights the need for everyone to come together to protect and sustain the Earths natural resources for the good of all. Author Biography Maggie Ka Ka Lee is an environmentalist and former scientist. She has worked for the United Nations Environment Programme, WWF Singapore, WWF International and several Fortune 500 companies. A prominent speaker and communicator, she has been involved in TEDx events in Singapore and over 100 panels around the world in the past five years. Maggie has written over 10 articles in grey literature and peer-reviewed academic journals. Twisstii is an illustrator based in Singapore. She has illustrated many childrens picture storybooks and has also done commercial work for art galleries and corporations. Details ISBN9815113429 Author Twisstii Pages 32 ISBN-10 9815113429 ISBN-13 9789815113426 Format Paperback Illustrator Twisstii Subtitle A Story about the Tragedy of the Commons Audience Children / Juvenile Publisher Marshall Cavendish ELT Year 2023 Publication Date 2023-09-28 Imprint Marshall Cavendish ELT Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom UK Release Date 2023-09-28 Audience Age 7-9 Series Champs For Our Environment We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160162254;

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