Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
A visually stunning call to environmental action!Immerses readers in the Peruvian Amazon through the eyes of a young Asháninka girl. Printed on textured banana-bark paper and rich with educational backmatter which includes an Asháninka translation is a perfect book to introduce ecosystem interdependence, indigenous history, and empowering children to become active environmental stewards.
An inspiring, Caldecott Medal-winning rallying cry! A translation of complex modern environmental justice and Indigenous-led movements into a beautiful, accessible message. Rich with themes of ancestry and community responsibility is an ideal gateway for exploring environmental stewardship, modern Native American voices, and the power of civic activism.
Blending raw environmental science with urgent real-world storytelling, this gripping work explores how extreme heat destabilizes our bodies, food supplies, and infrastructure. The world is waking up to a new wildfires are now seasonal in California, the Northeast is getting less and less snow each winter, and the ice sheets in the Arctic and Antarctica are melting fast. Heat is the first order threat that drives all other impacts of the climate crisis.
Beautifully illustrated and rich with historical detail, Floriography uncovers the secret language of flowers that flourished during the Victorian era. Perfect for readers interested in art, history, gardening, or symbolism, this engaging reference book celebrates both the beauty of nature and the fascinating ways people once communicated through flowers.
When an overprotective Squirrel tries to claim a new blossom as his own, his friend Bird teaches him how to let nature grow. Seamlessly introducing seasonal science concepts alongside social-emotional themes like sharing and emotional control, this vibrant book is an ideal choice for primary grade read-alouds.