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Inspiring Children's Books About the Environment

Parents suggest these wonderful children's books about the environment for sparking an interest in conservation and an appreciation for the natural world.

Kids can have a hard time understanding how their individual actions really do have an impact on the surrounding world. These family favorite books will help your child gain an appreciation for the environment, understand conservation, and learn ways to help the environment. They are perfect books for Earth Day or any day!

Add your favorite children's books about protecting the environment to the list and vote for your favorites!


 
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    The Tree Lady

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    Erin P. said:  Most people are not familiar with the story of Katherine Sessions, but your kids may find her fascinating. This book shares how Sessions, when she moved to San Diego, was disappointed with the lack of green space and trees. She took it upon herself to turn San Diego into an everlasting oasis. This picture book is sure to be a favorite for your kids.

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    I Can Save the Earth!

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    Erin P. said:  This book is part of the Little Green series of books about the environment and conservation that aim to teach kids how to be eco-friendly. The books are even printed on 100% recycled paper, which is a great thing to be able to share with your kids. The story will help teach your kids the importance of turning off lights and using minimal amounts of water. It should hopefully stimulate some curiosity within your kids about the environment!

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    My Friend Earth

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    Kelly R said:  This lovely book celebrates how beautiful and unique our Earth is, with intricate die-cut pages that kids will enjoy exploring over and over again.

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    Bee & Me

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    Erin P. said:  In this book with no words, by Alison Jay, a girl and a bee go on an adventure where they learn about simple actions that even children can do to make a positive impact on the environment. Gorgeous illustrations!

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    Gabby and Grandma Go Green

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    Erin P. said:  Author Monica Wellington wrote this cute little story about Gabby and her Grandma spending time together and doing good things for the environment, including recycling and using homemade cloth bags while shopping! I like it because it introduces simple, environmentally-helpful ideas that even little readers can implement in their own lives.

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    Miss Fox's Class Goes Green

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    Erin P. said:  The students have lots of questions when Miss Fox shows up to school on her bicycle. She tells her class that she is "going green." Her classroom, full of animal students, is inspired by her choice and they all come up with things they can do to make a positive difference for the environment. Eileen Spinelli's book is a great way to introduce simple ideas that even kids can implement in their own lives so that all of us can go green together!

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