This Is the Earth

by Diane Z. Shore, Jessica Alexander

On Sale: 02/23/2016

This Is the Earth

by Diane Z. Shore, Jessica Alexander

illustrated by Wendell Minor

On Sale: 02/23/2016

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About the Book

Young readers learn how they can create a greener, healthier world in this powerful nonfiction picture book from authors Diane Z. Shore and Jessica Alexander, with art by award-winning illustrator Wendell Minor.

This Is the Earth explores hundreds of years of changing landscapes and the positive and negative impacts humans have had on the environment. Even the smallest actions can help save the world, and this lyrical, rhyming read-aloud text shows how smart and simple everyday habits can protect the planet.

Critical Praise

PRAISE FOR THIS IS THE EARTH:
“This noteworthy picture book—a mix of verse, paintings, history, and environmental science—demonstrates the impact humans have had upon Earth. A fine selection for reading and sharing, with curriculum connections to science, social studies, and language arts.” — School Library Journal

“Minor’s precise renderings of wildlife and flora are characteristically lovely.” — Publishers Weekly

“Shore, Alexander, and Minor have created an ode to the earth.” — ALA Booklist

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Product Details

  • ISBN: 9780060555269
  • ISBN 10: 0060555262
  • Imprint: HarperCollins
  • On Sale: 02/23/2016
  • Pages: 40
  • List Price:21.99 CAD
  • Ages: 4 to 8
  • BISAC1 : JUVENILE FICTION / Nature & the Natural World / Weather
  • BISAC2 : JUVENILE FICTION / Concepts / General
  • BISAC3 : JUVENILE FICTION / Science Fiction
  • BISAC4 : JUVENILE FICTION / Recycling & Green Living
  • BISAC5 : JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / General
  • BISAC6 : JUVENILE FICTION / Nature & the Natural World / Environment
  • BISAC7 : JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories
  • BISAC8 : JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Pets
  • BISAC9 : JUVENILE FICTION / Girls & Women
  • BISAC10 : JUVENILE FICTION / Science & Nature / Disasters

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