Discover the joy of reading with Book Clubs and Book Fairs
Discover the joy of reading with Book Clubs and Book Fairs
Today, we celebrate Earth Day and the importance of protecting and preserving our planet. Here are just some of our favourite books for young readers that show just how beautiful Earth is, and why it’s so important to nurture the planet we call home.
From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator David Litchfield, Our Planet! There’s No Place Like Earth is a nonfiction picture book about the Earth, told from the perspective of Earth herself.
Meet Earth. Planet Awesome! And your awesome home! Actually, Earth is home to all the plants and all the animals in the solar system, including nearly eight billion people. Humans have accidentally moved Earth’s climate change into the fast lane, and she needs your help to put on the brakes. Earthlings need Earth, and Earth needs Earthlings, so let’s save Earth together!
With characteristic humour and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Earth in this next celestial “autobiography” in the Our Universe series. Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully brought to life by David Litchfield, this is an equally charming and irresistible picture book.
Introducing Nature Stories: Little Raindrop a captivating and beautifully illustrated padded board book that will ignite young minds with wonder and curiosity about the mysteries of nature.
Ever wondered where rain comes from? Join the captivating journey of a little raindrop as it travels from the sky, through the earth, and back again in Nature Stories: Little Raindrop. With vibrant illustrations that come alive with every turn of the page, this book provides an accessible exploration of water’s natural cycle
In Nature Stories: Little Raindrop, education and entertainment intertwine seamlessly. Prepare to embark on an exploration of nature’s marvels, the extraordinary journey of a little raindrop. This book isn’t just a story; it’s an invitation to discover the world around us in an engaging and enchanting way.
The hilarious crayons from the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit are ready to celebrate our planet!
The Crayons love our planet and are proud of their contributions. White ice caps, Green trees, Blue oceans and skies, Brown soil… and more! Even Beige is proud of his contribution: Wheat! This humorous mini hardcover book shows the beauty of our planet—and why it needs all of us to be complete. Perfect for Earth Day.
Calling all thalassophiles (that means ocean lovers)!
Can you imagine a world without oceans? It would certainly be a very different place! These big bodies of water are very important for our planet. However, overfishing, pollution, and global warming are posing a major threat to our trusty friend and neighbour. But there’s good news ― we can make a difference.
This informative picture book dives into everything ocean related on our big blue planet. Fun facts and statistics will give readers a newfound appreciation for this planet’s oceans, and all that they do for us. Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery!
Celebrate Earth Day with a twist on the classic song from the bestselling There Was an Old Lady series for kids! You’ll never guess what she’ll swallow next!
There was an old lady who swallowed a worm.
I don’t know why she swallowed the worm,
but she started to squirm!
The Old Lady is back and this time she’s swallowing a worm, some dirt, a flower, a bee, a bird… and more! This Earth Day-themed twist on the classic rhyme will delight and entertain all young readers, both old and new!
What would happen if bees disappeared? Find out in this fourth book from Lily Williams in the award-winning If Animals Disappeared Series that imagines the consequences of a world without bees.
The rolling hills and lush climate of Kent, England are home to many creatures.
These creatures are fluffy, sneaky, spikey, and… small, like the bee.
Though bees are small, their importance is BIG. Today there are over 250,000 species of bees but all of them are in danger. Because of disease, pesticide exposure, lack of foraging habitats, and poor nutrition, entire honey bee hives are dying.
What would happen if bees disappeared completely? Artist Lily Williams explores how such a loss would affect not just bees’ environment, but the world as a whole in this poignant, beautiful book about the importance of our most important bees.
Oh hey, guess what? New York Times bestseller Nick Seluk has a hilarious new nonfiction picture book all about the world’s biggest ecosystem ― the ocean!
Have you ever thought about everything the ocean does for you? It changes the weather, creates oxygen, provides food, and is a great place to have fun, too! So why is the ocean such a big deal? Because we couldn’t live without it!
This funny and factual picture book from Heart and Brain creator Nick Seluk explains the science behind the ocean: its plant and animal life, its contribution to the world, and what we can do every day to protect it. Humans wouldn’t be able to survive without a healthy ocean. That’s kind of a big deal.
Each spread features bite-sized text and comic-style art with sidebars sprinkled throughout. Anthropomorphized marine animals help readers learn through funny jokes and comic panels. Funny, smart, and accessible, The Ocean Is Kind of a Big Deal is a must-have!
You can run, but you can’t hide.
They’re in the air you breathe. They’re in the food you eat. They’re on your body. Fungi are EVERYWHERE!
But wait… do you need to be afraid? From fun facts about fairy circles to the delicious secret behind pizza, this book is the perfect read for young scientists. It even contains a Q & A section with a real-life mycologist!
Introduce preschoolers to the wonders of the world with this beginner atlas, created with the map experts at National Geographic.
Simple, colourful maps, bold pictures, and accessible text present basic geography, continent by continent, to spark kids’ curiosity about the planet we inhabit. They’ll learn elementary mapping skills and concepts such as the difference between a globe and a map. They’ll learn answers to questions, like what is a compass rose? What features make up the land? Where is the ocean? And what are the countries where people (and animals) live?
Reviewed by geography and early childhood consultants, this delightful atlas makes our world accessible to even the most junior explorers.
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