Children’s Books EE Resources
The Perfect Place for an Elf Owl
Written and Il- lustrated by the first and second grade multi-age class of An- thony T. Lane Elementary in Alexandria VA.
Antsy Ansel
Ansel Adams was too antsy to sit still and stay in school. His feet itched to run, his mind yearned to fly! Access to nearby nature, and a loving father who understood his need both saved Ansel Adams and helped him become one of the 20th century’s most iconic nature photographers and conser- vationists.
Find out about Ansel Adam’s con- nection to nature in this beautiful picture book by award-winning nature writer Cindy Jenson-Elliott, and illustrated by Christy Hale, award-winning collage artist.
Hard copy or Kindle version avail- able on
Amazon.com
Heroes of the Environment: True Stories of People Who Are Helping to Protect Our Planet
This inspiring book presents the true stories of 12 people from across North America who have done great things for the environment. Heroes include a teenage girl who figured out how to remove an industrial pollutant from the Ohio River, a Mexican superstar wrestler who works to protect turtles and whales, and a teenage boy from Rhode Island who helped his community and his state develop effective e-waste recycling programs. Plenty of photographs and illustrations bring each compelling story vividly to life.
This story follows the adventures of a young elf owl that was accidentally blown away from his home. As he tries to find his way home, the little elf owl meets other types of owls that live in different habitats. This book was created and illustrated by students. It shares facts about owls and the different habitat types where you can find them. The end of the book also provides photos of the authors and how they re- searched information for their book.
Me...Jane by
Patrick McDonnell
This is the heartwarming story of the young Jane Goodall and her special child- hood toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. As the young Jane observes the natural world around her with wonder, she dreams of “a life living with and helping all animals,” until one day she finds that her dream has come true. One of the world’s most inspir- ing women, Dr. Jane Goodall is a renowned humanitarian, conservationist, animal activ- ist, environmentalist, and United Nations Messenger of Peace. In 1977 she founded the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), a global nonprofit organization that empowers peo- ple to make a difference for all living things. With anecdotes taken directly from Jane Goodall’s autobiography, McDonnell makes this very true story acces- sible for the very young -- and young at heart.
Anywhere Farm
by Phyllis Root
You might think a farm means fields, tractors, and a barnyard full of animals. But
you can plant a farm anywhere you like! A box or a bucket, a boot or a pan -- al- most anything can be turned into a home for green, growing things. Windows, balconies, and front steps all make won- derful spots to start. Who knows what plants you may choose to grow and who will come to see your new garden? After all, anywhere can be a farm --
all it takes is one small seed and some- one to plant it.
The Tree Lady: The True Story of how One Tree-Loving Woman
Changed a City Forever
Katherine Olivia Sessions never thought she’d live in a place without trees. After all, Kate grew up among the towering pines and redwoods of North- ern California. But after becoming the first woman to graduate from the Univer- sity of California with a degree in science, she took a job as a teacher far south in the dry desert town of San Diego. Where there were almost no trees. Kate decided that San Diego needed trees more than anything else. So this trailblazing young woman single handedly started a mas- sive movement that transformed the town into the green, garden-filled oasis it is today. Now, more than 100 years after Kate first arrived in San Diego, her gor- geous gardens and parks can be found all over the
city.Part fascinating biography, part inspirational story, this moving pic- ture book about following your dreams, using your talents, and staying strong in the face of adversity is sure to resonate with readers young and old.
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