[Graehstone]

How a 'pro-marijuana' children's story found its way to Congress
Not even the foggiest-headed stoner would argue they want children to smoke pot. (Especially if it means children digging into one's stash.) The challenge is in dissuading kids from doing so without resorting to potentially counterproductive myths and hyperbole.
Enter Ricardo Cortes.
Last month, Cortes published his children's book, It’s Just a Plant, 48 cannabis-laden pages that he hoped would be taken as a welcome dose of "reality-based education." The former high school D.A.R.E. officer and Brooklyn-based T-shirt and skateboard designer says the book is intended for "six- to 12-year-olds." It still encourages kids to say "No," but stops short of condemning responsible adult use.
For the rest of the article: February 28th, 2005
http://www.villagevoice.com/news/050...s,61592,6.html

And check this out please: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sph9_oiWIMg for the authors commentaries.

I was on the Amazon waiting list when this book came out and have shared it with friends who have kids in that age range. My kid is a bit young but he loves the artwork. Very well done and the pictures rule. It is a great tool to teach the younglings the facts about cannabis. i highly recommend.