Old Enough To Save The Planet: Be Inspired By Real-Life Children Taking Action Against Climate Change, Written by Loll Kirby and Illustrated by Adelina Lirius

 



Book description from the publisher: 

"An inspiring look at young climate change activists who are changing the world
The world is facing a climate crisis like we’ve never seen before. And kids around the world are stepping up to raise awareness and try to save the planet. As people saw in the youth climate strike in September 2019, kids will not stay silent about this subject—they’re going to make a change. Meet 12 young activists from around the world who are speaking out and taking action against climate change. Learn about the work they do and the challenges they face, and discover how the future of our planet starts with each and every one of us."

Text Features: 

  • Features 12 true stories of children who are environmental change makers
  • Hybrid narrative and expository nonfiction text
Critical Literacy Suggestions:

Read & Discuss: 

  • As you read about each child's story, pause to reflect on and discuss the following questions:
    • What environmental harm is described?
    • What did the child featured decide to do about this problem?
    • Who, if anyone, helped them? 
    • What can we learn from this child to help make the world a better place?
Write & Act: 
  • Choose one of the issues featured in the book. Generate a list of questions you have about the problem presented. Generate a list of ways you think you could encourage others to take action to address this problem. Choose one and commit to putting it into action!
  • Collaborate with classmates to identify ways your class or school might be harming the environment. Vote on an issue to work together to address. Generate an action plan and carry it out!  

Learn More:

  • Watch "How To Save Our Planet" to learn four simple solutions to make life on earth sustainable
  • Watch "The Story of Plastic" to learn the fate of three plastic bottles and the lessons they can teach us about the importance of recycling
  • Watch "Recycling Fashion" to learn about a town in Italy that is playing a big role in recycling the tremendous amount of clothes that get thrown away every day
  • Buy the book from the publisher

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