Vegetarian Star

Not ready to let your 5 year old watch an animal being skinned alive yet? No problem!

For any parent looking for a children’s book to introduce some arguments on choosing the vegetarian lifestyle, That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals, is a great start.

Author Ruby Roth uses a gentler approach (no slaughterhouse pics included) to teach children about the relationship between the food on their plate and animal suffering and even touches on environmental issues.

Roth also incites empathy for animals by letting readers know they experience pain, sensitivity, and happiness, which is another way children can relate.

The book is recommended for grades 3-6.

As expected, several notable vegetarians have praised the book, including actor Ed Begley Jr.

“In a time when we are all working to go green, I am thrilled that That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals makes the connection between food and the environment, inspiring children to be aware and involved.”

Primatologist Jane Goodall had this to say:

“This is a powerful and important book. Farm animals have emotions similar to our pets and this is conveyed in Roth’s enchanting illustrations. It will make children – and their parents – think. But it will not lead to nightmares, rather respect and compassion for the creatures whose wellbeing is in our hands.”

And actress Alicia Silverstone added:

“Like many people, I knew as a child that I didn’t want to eat animals. That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals would have offered me the guidance and inspiration I needed to understand those instincts. This book is a must-have for anyone who loves animals.”

That’s Why We Don’t Eat Animals was released in May, and can be purchased online.

via wired.com

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An interesting and powerful clip found courtesy the folks at denbeath.blogspot.com.

Country music star Kellie Pickler is a vegetarian and was even crowned Sexiest in this year’s contest held by PETA.

However, according to this clip, Kellie has performed at the Cheyenne rodeo for two years in a row, where animals are abused by being dragged and lassoed, among other activities.

Kellie cited her reasons becoming vegetarian as partly due to animal rights.

“A lot of it has to do with knowing what happens to the animals and it really bothered me and so I will not eat meat,” she said.

Is Kellie’s willingness to perform at such events a complete violation of her vegetarian principles?

Watch the clip and tell us what you think.

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A big slice of vegan birthday cake goes out to the following vegetarian or vegan celebrities today.

• Chrissie Hynde (58)

• Shannon Elizabeth (36)

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Audrey Kitching was having a not so fun time in her kitchen recently when she decided to Tweet about the difficulties of working with chickpeas.

“Making home made hummus before my photoshoot, damn chickpeas are annoying to work with!”

We’ve never met Audrey’s chickpeas, but can only say good things about the chickpeas we’ve encountered.

Could it be the chickpeas aren’t happy because they need a little spice?

Someone who liked chickpeas created chickpearecipes.com, where you can find seven vegetarian recipes containing chickpeas like Chickpea and Mushroom Soup, Spicy Chickpeas, or Sauteed Chickpeas with Cinnamon.

Find the chickpea recipe that suits your kitchen staffing needs (and thus will work well with others) at chickpearecipes.com.

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A few days ago we told you that Sorority Row, the new flick Rumer Willis is starring in, was filmed in an actual slaughterhouse and the whole experience creeped Rumer out.

Apparently, Rumer recovers quickly and she doesn’t think about the “drains on the floor” and “weird hooks on the ceiling” when grabbing a bite to eat.

From a recent Tweet:

“Really excited about Letterman tonight…and then I’m off to Chicago. I heard about some great burger places.”

Arrgh!

Don’t know about you, but spending time in a slaughterhouse is enough to make us cross the street when approaching Burger “Paradise.”

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A couple of months ago, we brought you the news that Naomi Campbell agreed to pose in a series of ads promoting fur clothing by fashion designer Dennis Basso.

Campbell had previously worked with PETA in “I’d Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur” campaigns, but withdrew her support after the animal rights group targeted fashion designers.

Naomi added the statement, “I do like wearing fur and I still do.”

Celebrity animal rights activists are appalled and Paul McCartney has written a letter to Campbell, according to the New York Daily News.

According to Campbell, she and PETA have embraced each other with love and all is forgiven.

“Yes, I am still wearing fur,” said Campbell, “but I’ve made up with that guy from Peta.”

Don’t know what Campbell means by “made up with” but we’re sure flashing the former coat of an animal for vain fashion purposes takes a lot more than a kiss and hug for anyone-PETA person or not-to get over.

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After watching this video, you might wonder if someone slipped something into your almond milk.

Have no fear, it’s just an Auto-Tune The News parody of some recent events that touch on animal rights, which include New York city’s geese culling issue and Michael Vick‘s return to the football field.

A humorous take on series issues.

via Ecorazzi.com

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First Lady Michelle Obama gives a tour of the White House vegetable garden while offering some commentary on what led to her decision to create it.

Like most moms, Mrs. Obama wanted the fam to eat healthier, but found time constraints got in the way.

The garden is just one of the many ways Michelle found time to improve the Obamas diet, including “adding more fruits and vegetables,” sitting down with the family to enjoy a meal “a couple of times a week”, eating out a “little bit less,” and “eliminating processed and sugary foods.”

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