intermediate senior environmental science/outdoor education
a selection of environmental science children's books
children's books are available to enrich the concepts you are teaching. a selection of these titles is listed below. children's ebooks are also available from the "ebook collections" tab on the left side of this guide.
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the abcs of the environment by the abc format allows children to use their imaginations and empowers them to get involved in local and global solutions. global warming, greenhouse gases, melting mountains, habitat loss, pollution, floods, deforestation, endangered animals, and holes in the ozone are just some environmental problems highlighted in this book.
dear children of the earth by out of love and concern for their planet, the animals and people of mother earth work together to protect the natural world.
great and the giants: inspired by greta thunberg's stand to save the world by "greta is a little girl who lives in a beautiful forest threatened by giants. when the giants first came to the forest, they chopped down trees to make homes. then they chopped down more trees and made even bigger homes. the houses grew into towns and the towns grew into cities, until now there is hardly any forest left. greta knows she has to help the animals who live in the forest, but how? luckily, greta has an idea..." --page [4] of cover.
lessons from mother earth by "tess has visited her grandmother many times without really being aware of the garden. but today they step outside the door and tess learns that all of nature can be a garden. and if you take care of the plants that are growing, if you learn about them -- understanding when they flower, when they give fruit, and when to leave them alone -- you will always find something to nourish you. this gentle story demonstrates the first nations' tradition of taking care of mother earth."--pub. desc.
our green city by in this green city, neighbours take care of all living things: people, plants and animals, too! many people choose a bicycle, scooter or their own two feet to get where they need to go. a family collects the rain to water their garden, while solar panels capture the energy from the sun; pipes gather heat from underground, and a windmill turns to power the community. residents keep hens and hives in their yards, and care for flower beds that feed bees, birds and butterflies. here, people all work together to make the city green. can we do the same where we live?
reducing your foodprint: farming, cooking, and eating for a healthy planet by reducing your foodprint teaches children that what they eat and how they eat is important to the environment. the further food travels to get to your table, the more harm to the environment. this enlightening new book explains how to adjust your diet to eat locally and responsibly.
unikkaatiqatigiit : ukiuqtaqtumi silanga ammalu silaup qanuinninga inuit surusit qanuq tukisinirijanginnik unikkaat = unikkaaqatigiit : arctic weather and climate through the eyes of nunavut's children by compiled from writing, poetry, and illustrations created by young nunavummiut, this anthology explores diverse aspects of the theme of weather from inuit mythology to traditional knowledge, climate change, and daily survival. these creative works, created as part of an arctic weather centre contest in the mid-1990s, are gathered here for the first time, and are accompanied by helpful information about each community represented. through full-colour illustrations and engaging poetry and stories written both in inuktitut and english, learn more about the vital force of arctic weather as seen through the eyes of children.
winston of churchill : one bear's battle against global warming by "winston, a fierce, brave bear, teaches the other bears about why the ice is melting. using the words of his famous namesake he rallies the bears to convince humans to save their arctic home."--back cover.
biomass: fueling change by did you know that some cars are run on fuel made from the oils from sunflowers and soybeans? biomass: fueling change is an exciting new book that explores bioenergy, energy derived from organic matter, to produce heat, run cars, and generate electricity. worldwide case studies and colorful photographs and illustrations will help children learn about the history of bioenergy and how the world is using this energy today.
building a green community by "green living" means changing the way we live and use resources so that the environment is able to produce indefinitely the things we need to live. building a green community walks young readers through a model community identifying "green living" practices at work, at home, on our highways, and at the store. this fascinating book also includes case studies of "green" communities around the world.
chasing bats and tracking rats: urban ecology, community science, and how we share our cities by gripping narrative non-fiction with stem and social justice themes that proves cities can be surprisingly wild places--and why understanding urban nature matters. what can city bees tell us about climate change? how are we changing coyote behavior? and what the heck is a science bike? featuring the work of a diverse group of eleven scientists--herself included!--dr. cylita guy shows how studying urban wildlife can help us make cities around the world healthier for all of their inhabitants. in the process, guy reveals how social injustices like racism can affect not only how scientists study city wildlife, but also where urban critters are likelier to thrive. sidebars include intriguing animal facts and the often-wacky tools used by urban ecologists, from a ratmobile to a bug vacuum. cornelia li's engaging illustrations bring the scientists' fieldwork adventures to life, while urban ecology challenges encourage readers to look for signs of wildlife in their own neighborhoods. *a junior library guild gold standard selection
cleaning up the earth by young readers explore various forms of pollution and how people are cleaning up the environment.
energy in crisis by if people continue to use fuels at the current rate, the earth will run out of its own resources. the effect on the environment will be devastating. this fascinating book uses real-life examples of human energy consumption and the ways in which people can reduce their own energy consumption as well use alternative renewable energy sources.
forest magic: a guidebook for little woodland explorers by a beautifully illustrated, compact, interactive nature guide to exploring the forest for young readers. what do you notice when you walk in the forest? different types of trees, plants, and mushrooms? maybe you hear a squirrel chattering or birds singing. can you feel all the different kinds of moss? and look there! hidden animal homes and interesting bugs. with this compact non-fiction guide, young readers will be equipped to seek out, identify, and appreciate the woodland magic that exists all around them. featuring rich vocabulary words like "nurse log," "lichen," and "sapling," this beautifully illustrated book is the ideal companion for little forest explorers. incorporating all five senses and encouraging imaginative play, it even includes pixies and fairies (pixie cup lichen and fairy slipper wildflowers)! forest magic will be the book you reach for on the way out the door to explore your own backyard. there's so much to see in a forest. what will you discover?
going green at school by age-appropriate text and vibrant photographs describes environmentally conscious changes that can be made in the classroom and throughout the school. from tips to saving paper to environmentally-conscious crafts, this fact-filled book makes the grade!
greta's story: the schoolgirl who went on strike to save the planet by the inspiring true story of greta thunberg, a young eco-activist whose persistence sparked a global movement. you are never too young to make a difference. ever since she learned about climate change, greta thunberg couldn't understand why politicians weren't treating it as an emergency. in august 2018, temperatures in sweden reached record highs, fires raged across the country, and fifteen-year-old greta decided to stop waiting for political leaders to take action. instead of going to school on friday, she made a sign and went on strike in front of stockholm's parliament building. greta's solo protest grew into the global fridays for future--or school strike 4 climate--movement, which millions have now joined. she has spoken at cop24 (the un summit on climate change) and has been nominated for the nobel peace prize. this timely, unofficial biography is her story, but also that of many others around the world willing to fight against the indifference of the powerful for a better future.
how to reduce your carbon footprint by emission of harmful greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide is posing a grave challenge to nature. the problem of global warming needs to be addressed as soon as possible. how to reduce your carbon footprint clearly explains what an individual's carbon footprint is and what we all can do to make a difference. special case studies show how these ideas are currently being put into practice around the world.
local environment by looks at how to take action to preserve the environment, combat climate change and work towards a sustainable future. case studies show children in action on how they are making a difference.
no one is too small to make a difference by the #1 new york times bestseller by time's 2019 person of the year "greta thunberg is already one of our planet's greatest advocates." --barack obama the groundbreaking speeches of greta thunberg, the young climate activist who has become the voice of a generation, including her historic address to the united nations in august 2018 a fifteen-year-old swedish girl, greta thunberg, decided not to go to school one day in order to protest the climate crisis. her actions sparked a global movement, inspiring millions of 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 to go on strike for our planet, forcing governments to listen, and earning her a nobel peace prize nomination. no one is too small to make a difference brings you greta in her own words, for the first time. collecting her speeches that have made history across the globe, from the united nations to capitol hill and mass street protests, her book is a rallying cry for why we must all wake up and fight to protect the living planet, no matter how powerless we feel. our future depends upon it.
our house is on fire: greta thunberg's call to save the planet by learn the story of time person of the year greta thunberg, the sixteen-year-old climate activist who has sparked a worldwide student movent and is demanding action from world leaders who refuse to address climate change--from acclaimed picture book creator jeanette winter. i don't want you to be hopeful. i want you to panic...i want you to act as if our house is on fire. because it is. when she was fifteen years old, greta thunberg's teacher explained to her class that our climate is changing--the earth is getting warmer, the polar ice caps are melting, and life on earth is threatened. greta was devastated. what could she do? if the grown-ups weren't doing enough to save the planet, greta would have to demand change herself. so she went on strike, skipping school every friday to sit outside of the swedish parliament building with a sign that read "school strike for climate." at first, greta was the only one. but gradually, more and more 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 joined her, until her lone protest had sparked a worldwide student movement for action on climate change. now, a year later, greta is speaking to audiences of world leaders at important meetings like the united nations climate conference and the world economic forum. she is leading the conversation on climate change and sparking worldwide conversation on how to save our planet. greta is showing everyone that even the smallest person can make a big difference, and this picture book informs and inspires young readers who are beginning to learn about the world around them.
protecting the planet by sometimes we hear words in the news and it's hard to understand what they mean and how they affect us. using beautiful artwork and clear explanations. protecting the planet looks to answer our questions and reassure our concerns about these issues.
we are all greta: be inspired to change the world by follow in the footsteps of the swedish teenage activist and nobel peace prize candidate in we are all greta and join the global mission to save our planet from climate change. greta thunberg, author of no one is too small to make a difference, has directed the attention of adults and her peers alike to issues crucial to the future of the planet, and the heads of even the youngest children have been filled with questions. global warming, the greenhouse effect, fossil fuels - what do they all mean? what are biodiversity and sustainable development? who is studying the changes that are taking place here on earth? which sources are reliable? what action can i take? we are all greta sets out the basic ideas required to understand climate change, explained in a scientific and accessible way and drawn from the most authoritative sources. with a chapter on key words and sites to help you understand the climate challenge and a list of websites to visit for further information, this is a book for young people, for parents, for grandparents and anyone having to answer direct and urgent questions about what must be done to protect our world.
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what is climate change? by the earth is definitely getting warmer. there's no argument about that, but who or what is the cause? and why has climate change become a political issue? are humans at fault? is this just a natural development? while the vast majority of scientists who study the environment agree that humans play a large part in climate change, there is a counterargument. author gail herman presents both sides of the debate in this fact-based, fair-minded, and well-researched book that looks at the subject from many perspectives, including scientific, social, and political.
why do we need water? by without water, life on earth would not exist. this book provides a refreshing look at the uses of water and the importance of conserving and protecting this life-giving resource.
