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Associated Press
17-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
TuTu's Green World Celebrates 15 Years of Cultivating a Greener Generation
06/16/2025, South Orange, New Jersey // PRODIGY: Feature Story // From children's books to corporate boardrooms, founder TuTu's Green World's Tulani Thomas is proud to announce 15 years of inspiring sustainable habits through storytelling and education. What started as a personal mission to fill her children's bookshelves with stories that featured diverse characters and environmental values has blossomed into a full-fledged sustainability movement. This year, TuTu's Green World proudly celebrates its 15th anniversary, marking a milestone for a brand that has redefined eco-education for the next generation. Tulani Thomas, a former CPA, corporate attorney, and mother of two, founded TuTu's Green World out of necessity. 'I couldn't find books that resonated for my kids, or taught the values we lived at home, eco-consciousness, mindfulness, healthy living,' said Thomas. 'So, I decided to write them myself.' That decision sparked the creation of the beloved children's book TuTu Goes Green, introducing young readers to TuTu, an inquisitive little girl who models everyday green habits with the mantra: small acts, big impacts. Over the past 15 years, that single book has grown into a multi-platform eco-education company, offering children's literature, animated videos, classroom curricula, community programs, and corporate sustainability workshops. With Thomas at the helm, TuTu's Green World has reached schools, libraries, and homes across the country, and even found its way into the offices of Fortune 100 tech companies, where employees and their children have engaged with Thomas's ' Small Acts, Big Impacts ' campaign. The success of TuTu Goes Green quickly led to a second book, Soil Magic, published in 2024. In it, TuTu and her green crew tackle a town-wide waste crisis by introducing composting to the community, blending lessons in civics, teamwork, and environmental science. These books aren't just stories; they're educational tools used in schools aligned with state-mandated sustainability education standards. Thomas further explained, 'I connect the dots between sustainability, economics, and wellness, helping people see how living green isn't just good for the planet, but for their families and their budgets.' Her programs have been especially impactful during Bring Your Child to Work Day, where TuTu's stories and eco-activities serve as bridges between corporate values and the home. In municipalities across New Jersey and New York, local offices of sustainability have brought her in to lead youth programming and community events. As TuTu's Green World looks to the next 15 years, the mission remains clear: inspire a generation to care for the planet, starting with their own small acts. Plans are underway for new book releases, an animated series, and an expanded digital curriculum that blends environmental science with storytelling for classrooms nationwide. Thomas further explained, 'We're building a mindset: one where being green is something that is natural.' From one mother's bookshelf to a national platform, TuTu's Green World is proof that big movements can grow from small, meaningful steps. Media Contact Name: Kimberly Wise Email: [email protected] Source published by Submit Press Release >> TuTu's Green World Celebrates 15 Years of Cultivating a Greener Generation
Business Upturn
16-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
TuTu's Green World Celebrates 15 Years of Cultivating a Greener Generation
South Orange, New Jersey, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — From children's books to corporate boardrooms, founder TuTu's Green World's Tulani Thomas is proud to announce 15 years of inspiring sustainable habits through storytelling and education. What started as a personal mission to fill her children's bookshelves with stories that featured diverse characters and environmental values has blossomed into a full-fledged sustainability movement. This year, TuTu's Green World proudly celebrates its 15th anniversary, marking a milestone for a brand that has redefined eco-education for the next generation. TuTu's Green World Tulani Thomas, a former CPA, corporate attorney, and mother of two, founded TuTu's Green World out of necessity. 'I couldn't find books that resonated for my kids, or taught the values we lived at home, eco-consciousness, mindfulness, healthy living,' said Thomas. 'So, I decided to write them myself.' That decision sparked the creation of the beloved children's book TuTu Goes Green, introducing young readers to TuTu, an inquisitive little girl who models everyday green habits with the mantra: small acts, big impacts. Over the past 15 years, that single book has grown into a multi-platform eco-education company, offering children's literature, animated videos, classroom curricula, community programs, and corporate sustainability workshops. With Thomas at the helm, TuTu's Green World has reached schools, libraries, and homes across the country, and even found its way into the offices of Fortune 100 tech companies, where employees and their children have engaged with Thomas's ' Small Acts, Big Impacts ' campaign. The success of TuTu Goes Green quickly led to a second book, Soil Magic, published in 2024. In it, TuTu and her green crew tackle a town-wide waste crisis by introducing composting to the community, blending lessons in civics, teamwork, and environmental science. These books aren't just stories; they're educational tools used in schools aligned with state-mandated sustainability education standards. Thomas further explained, 'I connect the dots between sustainability, economics, and wellness, helping people see how living green isn't just good for the planet, but for their families and their budgets.' Tulani Thomas Her programs have been especially impactful during Bring Your Child to Work Day , where TuTu's stories and eco-activities serve as bridges between corporate values and the home. In municipalities across New Jersey and New York, local offices of sustainability have brought her in to lead youth programming and community events. As TuTu's Green World looks to the next 15 years, the mission remains clear: inspire a generation to care for the planet, starting with their own small acts. Plans are underway for new book releases, an animated series, and an expanded digital curriculum that blends environmental science with storytelling for classrooms nationwide. Thomas further explained, 'We're building a mindset: one where being green is something that is natural.' From one mother's bookshelf to a national platform, TuTu's Green World is proof that big movements can grow from small, meaningful steps. Media Contact Name: Kimberly Wise Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TuTu's Green World Celebrates 15 Years of Cultivating a Greener Generation
Founded in 2010 by Tulani Thomas, TuTu's Green World celebrates 15 years of dedication to educating children and communities on green living. South Orange, New Jersey, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From children's books to corporate boardrooms, founder TuTu's Green World's Tulani Thomas is proud to announce 15 years of inspiring sustainable habits through storytelling and education. What started as a personal mission to fill her children's bookshelves with stories that featured diverse characters and environmental values has blossomed into a full-fledged sustainability movement. This year, TuTu's Green World proudly celebrates its 15th anniversary, marking a milestone for a brand that has redefined eco-education for the next generation. TuTu's Green WorldTulani Thomas, a former CPA, corporate attorney, and mother of two, founded TuTu's Green World out of necessity. 'I couldn't find books that resonated for my kids, or taught the values we lived at home, eco-consciousness, mindfulness, healthy living,' said Thomas. 'So, I decided to write them myself.' That decision sparked the creation of the beloved children's book TuTu Goes Green, introducing young readers to TuTu, an inquisitive little girl who models everyday green habits with the mantra: small acts, big impacts. Over the past 15 years, that single book has grown into a multi-platform eco-education company, offering children's literature, animated videos, classroom curricula, community programs, and corporate sustainability workshops. With Thomas at the helm, TuTu's Green World has reached schools, libraries, and homes across the country, and even found its way into the offices of Fortune 100 tech companies, where employees and their children have engaged with Thomas's 'Small Acts, Big Impacts' success of TuTu Goes Green quickly led to a second book, Soil Magic, published in 2024. In it, TuTu and her green crew tackle a town-wide waste crisis by introducing composting to the community, blending lessons in civics, teamwork, and environmental science. These books aren't just stories; they're educational tools used in schools aligned with state-mandated sustainability education standards. Thomas further explained, 'I connect the dots between sustainability, economics, and wellness, helping people see how living green isn't just good for the planet, but for their families and their budgets.' Tulani ThomasHer programs have been especially impactful during Bring Your Child to Work Day, where TuTu's stories and eco-activities serve as bridges between corporate values and the home. In municipalities across New Jersey and New York, local offices of sustainability have brought her in to lead youth programming and community events. As TuTu's Green World looks to the next 15 years, the mission remains clear: inspire a generation to care for the planet, starting with their own small acts. Plans are underway for new book releases, an animated series, and an expanded digital curriculum that blends environmental science with storytelling for classrooms nationwide. Thomas further explained, 'We're building a mindset: one where being green is something that is natural.' From one mother's bookshelf to a national platform, TuTu's Green World is proof that big movements can grow from small, meaningful steps. Media Contact Name: Kimberly Wise Email: admin@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Boston Globe
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Boston Globe
Where our restaurant critic likes to eat when she's off the job
Send questions or suggestions to the Starting Point team at . If you'd like the newsletter sent to your inbox, . TODAY'S STARTING POINT Last Thursday was Bring Your Child to Work Day, which means the Globe offices were flooded with smaller, cuter versions of our co-workers, and we got to guess who belongs to whom. We couldn't let them just free-range all day, so there was some educational programming between the dance parties and the snacks. During a session I led titled 'How to Be a Restaurant Critic,' one inquisitive attendee raised his hand with a burning question: 'Do they, like, pay you to do this?' Advertisement I know, dude. It's crazy. If there is one small downside to eating-as-reporting, it's that I rarely go to a restaurant simply because it's a place I enjoy with food I'm in the mood to consume. Cry me a statin-laced river. But every once in a while I do. Today I thought I'd share with you a few of the restaurants I like to visit when I'm not working, on my own dime and time. Kaju Tofu House I come to this Allston Korean standby for sundubu jjigae, bubbling stews made with silken tofu and beef bone broth. But I also can't stop myself from ordering pajeon, kimchi and scallion pancakes. The sweet and spicy pork, delivering a wave of umami with every bite, is a new favorite. I appreciate the tasty array of banchan, side dishes that accompany the meal. And I always bring home some of the house-made kimchi. The website sums up the menu as 'comforting Korean soul food.' This is accurate. Advertisement 56 Harvard Ave., Allston, 617-208-8540 / Mountain House We're going to stay in Allston for a bit. My palate tends to default to Asian cuisines when it gets to pick, and I've been appreciating this Sichuan restaurant since it opened in late 2023. (It's an outpost of popular New York-based Szechuan Mountain House; there's one in LA, too.) It serves a staggering array of delicious dishes, many of them ferociously laced with chiles, in a stylish dining room that feels like a modern riff on an old Chinese inn. From dumplings in chile oil to fried shredded eel to crab with sticky rice to a bouncy-textured dish of Chiba tofu, I've enjoyed it all. 89 Brighton Ave., Allston, 617-329-6920 / Meet Fresh After dinner (or instead of dinner, I won't judge), this Asian dessert spot is spot on. The Allston branch of a Taiwanese chain, it is also conveniently located for a post-Kaju or Mountain House visit. Deciding what to order is the hard part; my brain melts down over the array of elaborate shaved ice creations, soft-serve ice cream, tofu pudding, icy grass jelly with red beans and peanuts, and so much more. I'm usually a minimalist when it comes to desserts, but not when dessert is shaved ice. Almond and caramel puddings, tiny taro balls, mochi, melon jelly, and ice cream? Yes, please. Everything everywhere all at once. Advertisement 140 Brighton Ave., Allston, 617-254-7000 / Ming's Seafood Restaurant Last year, business columnist Shirley Leung and I co-wrote a 477 Hancock St., Quincy, 617-202-5118 / Mahaniyom My love for this Thai restaurant in Brookline is no secret. I gave it 236 Washington St., Brookline, 617-487-5986 / Prairie Fire I do occasionally eat non-Asian cuisine. And I'm always so glad to sit down for dinner at Prairie Fire, an absolutely ideal neighborhood restaurant. Adults can have wood-roasted oysters, fancy pasta, and a nice cocktail; kids can eat the great pizza; everyone is so happy. I pretty much always get the spicy squid ink campanelle with lobster. Advertisement 242 Harvard St., Brookline, 617-396-8199 / Delfino While we are on the subject of Italian food, what could be better than dinner at Delfino? Enter through the purple velvet curtains, sit in the brick-lined room, and eat house-made ravioli or linguine with broccoli rabe and sausages made at nearby Tony's Market. 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CBS News
13-03-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Ford shows off treasure trove of rarely seen vehicles to a select few at its headquarters
A select few are getting the chance to set their gaze on a slew of rarely seen Ford vehicles at the automaker's Michigan headquarters. About 50 cars and trucks that are part of Ford Motor Co.'s Heritage Fleet are on display in Dearborn. Some employees checked them out Tuesday, and the media got a look Wednesday. And next month, they'll be available for viewing as part of "Bring Your Child to Work Day." "I'm so excited to be able to share these vehicles, because every one of these vehicles throughout this room are here because somebody, a passionate Ford employee, worked to have it preserved, worked to have it saved," said Ted Ryan, Ford's Heritage brand manager. Ford has existing Heritage Fleets in the U.K., Germany and Australia. Over a year ago, company CEO Jim Farley charged Ryan with curating a U.S.-based collection. The American fleet now is 175 vehicles strong, with about 30% of it on display at the world headquarters. Some highlights include a series of Mustang performance vehicles, a 1938 V-8 Ambulance and a 2003 Model T-100 that is a replica of a 1914 Model T. "This is the first time all of these vehicles have been assembled and shown like that," Ryan said. But he said there's a rationale to showing off the historic vehicles that goes beyond the "wow" factor. "These vehicles aren't here just to be a museum. These vehicles have a business purpose. They're used by engineers. They're used by our product development team. They're used by our communications group. And every one of them has to have a reason that drives the business forward," Ryan said. "Because we're looking forward by looking back."
