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Big cats have captured our imaginations for hundreds of years with their strength, skill and beauty. From The Lion King to Winnie the Pooh’s best friend Tigger, big cats have always resonated with American audiences of all ages. But illegal hunting, habitat loss and retaliatory killings are causing lions, tigers and other felines to vanish at an alarming rate along with their defining roar. As keystone predators, ironically the fate of big cats is critical to the survival of their prey as well as surrounding ecosystems. “We no longer have the luxury of time when it comes to big cats,” said National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Dereck Joubert, who, with National Geographic, launched the Big Cats Initiative. “They are in such a downward spiral that if we hesitate now, we will be responsible for extinctions across the globe. If there was ever a time to take action, it is now.”
Free Trick-or-Treat for Big Cats collection boxes are available at Pottery Barn Kids stores nationwide, participating schools, National Geographic headquarters in Washington, D.C., and at causeanuproar.org, where people can request boxes sent directly to homes, schools, clubs and other community locations. Everyone who participates is eligible to receive a thank-you gift, including magazine subscriptions, apparel and digital downloads (eligibility based on the amount of funds submitted by November 30, 2011). Detailed information on gifts and how to participate can be found at www.causeanuproar.org.

Parents, kids, teachers and big cat lovers nationwide are encouraged to visit National Geographic’s dedicated website www.causeanuproar.org, for free, fun and creative resources such as original Big Cat costumes, masks, face painting, cat-o-lantern pumpkin carvings and other feline festivities. October’s Halloween-themed National Geographic Kids magazine also features make-your-own Big Cat costume ideas and fun Halloween facts.
“Trick-or-Treat for Big Cats is a way for children and parents to have fun and make a real difference at the same time,” said Alexander Moen, vice president, Explorer Programs, National Geographic Society. “The Big Cats Initiative is working with scientists and conservationists around the world to halt the decline of these iconic animals. By supporting their work, together we can ensure that future generations won’t talk about big cats the way we now talk about dinosaurs.”

Money collected will fund research, education and real-world solutions to help stem and eventually reverse the rapid disappearance of big cat populations. Current projects include livestock protection (which includes construction of predator-proof livestock enclosures), building partnerships with local communities, conservation education, capacity building and outreach campaigns.

Nat Geo WILD is also partnering with Pottery Barn Kids to invite children to raise their voices in support of Big Cats. Now until September 30th, kids can participate in the online “Roar Off!” contest. Parents simply film their kids, alone or in a group, giving their cutest, funniest or most ferocious roar. Video submissions can be uploaded directly to www.potterybarnkids.com/roar by using a webcam or uploading video file. The public can view the videos online and vote for their favorites in three categories: funniest, cutest and scariest. The winners of the contest will be featured in a TV spot on Nat Geo WILD and will take home $4,000 in cash from Pottery Barn Kids.

Educators, students and parents are also being encouraged to Cause an Uproar in all sorts of ways. This September, National Geographic is hosting a national Big Cats Educators Conference in Washington, D.C., to share free, multi-subject, multi-grade educational resources built around Big Cats. Parents, educators and kids can find a wealth of information and activities about big cats at Kids.NationalGeographic.com. And the National Geographic Letters to Lions program invites kids to make a difference by writing letters or drawing pictures that express how important lions are to young people everywhere, which are then delivered to African leaders.

We are loving these new Fauna Friends Japanimals prints! There are 4 posters in the set, and it features illustrations by Alex Pearson, Julian Baker, Scott MacDonald and Andy Young. Each deluxe artist edition poster is a 12″ x 18″ 2-color screen print on 100lb French “Red Hot” paper. Printed by Kangaroo Press.

[Fauna Friends Japanimals Prints]

This Parade Nursery Wall Art Print is adorable!

[Parade Nursery Wall Art Print]

Inspired by a child’s vintage wagon this set of note cards features a little navy wagon with a tangerine polka dot border and khaki envelopes. Your child’s name is centered on top in tangerine ink. We love it!

[Blue Wagon Children's Stationery]

[Whale Tissue Holder]

Who says monsters have to be scary? These friendly beasts would love to find a home on your wall. Please adopt one today… Each deluxe artist edition poster is a 12″ x 18″ 2-color screen print on sturdy 100lb matte poster paper. Printed by Kangaroo Press.

[Monster Friends Poster Series from Familytree]

In order to help his family out we have started selling prints of his works as well as a few originals on Etsy at www.AidansMonsters.Etsy.com. All proceeds will go directly to Aidan’s medical bills.

[Wolf Man No. 1 By Aidans Monsters]
[Aidan's Monsters' photostream]
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Ferm Living’s KIDS wallpaper is graphic & whimsical adding character, charm and personality to your child’s room. Wallpaper has a striking effect and will without a doubt turn your child’s room into a sanctuary with plenty of room for countless hours of happy and imaginative play.

[Ferm Living Animal Farm Wallpaper]