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PRESCHOOL:
Eentsy,Weentsy Spider: Fingerplays and Action Rhymes
by Joanna Cole, illustrated by Alan Tiegreen
Tons of fingerplays and animal action rhymes for use with small children.
One Light, One Sun
by Raffi
Songs to read for the very young child that emphasizes how we all share our world.
Swimmy
by Leo Lionni
About how when animals (and people) work together, big things can be accomplished.
AGES 4-8:
Agatha's Feather Bed: Not Just Another Wild Goose Story
by Carmen Agra Deedy, illustrated by Laura L. Seeley
Unlimited material for discussion captured in an enchanting story about "sources of things".
Be Nice to Spiders
by Margaret Bloom Graham, Margaret Bloy Graham
Great book to spur discussion about how even the smallest creatures are important.
Creepy Crawlies & The Scientific Method
by Sally Kneidel
A collection of experiments to engage the interest of youngsters, to introduce them to the scientific method and to encourage them to understand science by observing small animals in their natural surroundings. Ages 5-12.
Dear Children of the Earth: Remember
by Schim Schimmel
Out of love and concern for their planet, the animals and people of Mother Earth work together to protect the natural world.
Dear Children of the Earth: A Letter from Home
by Schim Schimmel
Mother Earth writes a letter telling people about herself and asking them to take care of her for themselves and for all living creatures.
Everybody's Somebody's Lunch
by Cherie Mason
A story about a young girl learning about the role of predators in the natural world after the loss of her cat. Ages 7-10.
The Giving Tree
by Shel Silverstein
"Once there was a tree ... and she loved a little boy."
The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest
by Lynne Cherry
Beautifully illustrated book about conserving the rainforest and the animal habitats in it.
The Hunt for Spring
by Susan O'Halloran, illustrated by Dick Smolinski
Book about a little girl who uses a polar bear to "bring Spring to the world."
The Lorax
by Dr. Seuss
Wonderful classic that teaches about our responsibility to our environment and what can happen if people don't stand up for what is right.
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
by Michael Rosen, illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
Leads children on a delightful adventure through all sorts of natural terrain.
What is a Life Cycle?
by Bobbie Kalman
This exciting new book explains the basic concept of the life cycle.
AGES 9-12:
Keepers of the Earth -
Native American Stories & Environmental Activities for Children
by Michael J. Caduto & Joseph Bruchac, illustrated by John Kahionhes Fadden & Carol Wood
This is a book about living, learning and caring. It features a collection of North American Indian stories and related hands-on activities designed to inspire children - ages 5 through 12 - and help them to feel a part of their surroundings.
You Are The Earth - Know the planet so you can make it better!
by Dr.David Suzuki & Kathy Vanderlinden
From dinosaur breath to pizza from dirt...a kid's version of 'The Sacred Balance'.
Eco-Fun
by Dr.David Suzuki & Kathy Vanderlinden
Eco-activities for kids of all ages.
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