Children’s books about the environment don’t often get the kind of mainstream attention as fantasies and literary fiction. The Nature Generation’s annual Green Earth Book Awards help generate some of that valuable book buzz for environmental-themed books aimed at young people. The books they honor inspire youth to grow a deeper appreciation, respect, and responsibility for their natural environment – […]
I made Cool For You, a new animated film that explains the cause of the climate crisis in a simple story children can understand and enjoy, to help my kids prepare for the world in which they’ll live. Like so many people, my life and my motion design business came to an abrupt halt in March 2020, with the pandemic. […]
Young people are experiencing climate change to a greater extent than any previous generation. It’s hard to imagine what the climate will be like when they are senior adults. Although this is a very daunting topic, the adults of tomorrow must understand climate change causes, challenges, and solutions. Fortunately, there are numerous children’s books exploring the topic. If you’re looking […]
Summer is a time for playing outside and enjoying the environment. At least one study has shown that playing outside as a child is an important predictor of protecting the environment as an adult. But parents need to ensure kids keep up their reading skills, which often slide over the summer. These books with environmental themes, sorted by reading level, […]
Summer break from school is nearly upon us! It’s time for library summer reading challenges and lazy days in the shade reading a book with the kiddos. It’s also a great time for helping your children connect with the beauty of nature and learn about how our planet works. These eco-themed books focus on kindness to the environment and learning […]
Children face the reality of the life-long experience of a planet in crisis. They need to be more aware of environmental issues than their parents and grandparents. With Earth Day coming up, let’s look at a collection of great children’s books about the planet, our climate, and the sustainable lives our children can lead. This article contains affiliate links. If […]