Earth Day is this April 22, 2016. It’s a special day created to help celebrate our planet Earth. It’s also a day that people use to focus on the issues at hand and the things that we can do to protect the ONLY Earth we have.
If you want to learn more about Earth Day you can visit EarthDay.org.
HaperCollins has several books that will be coming out this month (or have already come out) that would make for a great read for Earth Day with your child, grandchild and/or students. Here are just a few of those books.
Wildfires written by Simon Seymour
9780062345028– $17.99 – Ages 6 to 10 – On Sale 4/19/2016
A raging wildfire can be a major disaster, costing lives and destroying homes. But fires in nature can help as well as harm, clearing forests of dead trees and allowing young plants to grow. Breathtaking photos highlight this surprising look at fire’s part in maintaining the balance of nature.
Little Butterfly written & illustrated by Laura Logan
9780062281265 — $14.99 — Ages 4 to 8
This is a story of a young girl, a simple act of kindness, and a magical, once-in-a-lifetime journey. In this wordless picture book, Laura Logan’s sweet and surprising two-color artwork tells an extraordinary tale of compassion rewarded and the wonder of nature.
Earthquakes written by Franklyn M. Branley, illustrated by Megan Llyod
9780062382023– $6.99 – Ages 4 to 8
Read and find out about one of nature’s most mysterious forces-the earthquake. Some earthquakes are so small that you don’t even feel them, while others can make even big buildings shake! Learn why earthquakes happen, where they are most likely to occur, and what to do if one happens near you.
Sunshine Makes the Seasons written by Franklyn M. Branley & illustrated by Michael Rex
9780062382092 – $6.99 – Ages 4 to 8
Did you know that every minute of the day, even when you are standing still, the earth is going around the sun? Read on and find out about how the sun and its distance from the earth affect the weather. The engaging, easy-to-read narrative describes how the sun makes the seasons and also invites kids to make their own simple orbiting model with an orange and a pencil.
A Tree is a Plant written by Clyde Robert Bulla, illustrated by Stacey Schuett
9780062382108– $6.99 – Ages 4 to 8
Did you know that a tree is the biggest plant that grows? How does a tree get the food it needs? Read and find out about a tree’s life cycle through every season. This bestselling picture book includes a Find Out More activity section with simple experiments to learn about evaporation and tree rings.
When Spring Comes written by Kevin Henkes, illustrated by Laura Dronzek
9780062331397– $17.99 – Ages 4 to 8
Animals and children alike watch as the world transforms from the dark and dead of winter to a full and blooming spring. Henkes uses striking imagery, repetition, and alliteration to teach basic concepts of language and the changing of the seasons, while Dronzek’s paintings beautifully juxtapose the dry, dead winter with the colorful, newborn spring.
Pinkalicious and the Little Butterfly written & illustrated by Victoria Kann
9780062410719– $4.99 – Ages 4 to 8
Miss Penny brings little Monarch caterpillars to class! Pinkalicious makes friends with the tiniest caterpillar and watches it turn into a beautiful butterfly. See the amazing transformation of a tiny caterpillar into a stunning butterfly in this 8×8 springtime storybook complete with stickers.
Tap the Magic Tree Board Book written & illustrated by Christie Matheson
9780062274465– $7.99 – Ages 4 to 8 – On Sale 6/7/2016
One brown tree stands lonely and bare. But when readers open this book, they bring magic with them. Tap the tree once, turn the page, and a bright green leaf has sprouted! Tap again and four more leaves have grown on the next page. Pat, clap, wiggle, jiggle, and see blossoms bloom, apples grow, and leaves swirl away with the autumn breeze. This picture book is about the magic of the changing seasons, and the magic of turning a page.
Look for these books where ever books are sold. You can also visit www.HarperCollins.com/Childrens for more information about these and other books. The brand can also be found on Facebook and Twitter.
How do you celebrate Earth Day? Do you have a special book that you think would be an ideal read for this “holiday?” Feel free to tell me about it in the comments section of this post.
Kimberly
*I was not compensated for this post. I posted this for the enjoyment of my site readers.