ACTIVITY: Suggested Books*
FICTION
Where Once There Was a Wood Denise Fleming
This book shows the many forms of wildlife that can be displaced if their environment is
destroyed by development and discusses how communities and schools can provide places for
them.
ISBN: 0805064826
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company 1996
Recommend Age: Baby to Preschool
Available: Chapters
I Am Planet Earth
Jean Marzollo
A very simple description of what is on planet earth.
ISBN: 0439113210
Publisher: Scholastic 2001 (also in French)
Recommended Age: 3 to 6
Available: Library, Chapters
The Earth and I
Frank Asch
This is a story about a special friendship between children and the Earth. Inspired by hundreds
of letters from schoolchildren, Frank Asch has created an environmental tale that encourages
readers to observe the world around them and to forge their own friendships with the Earth.
ISBN: 0152004432
Publisher: Gulliver Books 1994
Recommended Age: 3 to 6
Available: Library, Chapters
The Earth is Good: a chant in praise of nature Michael DeMunn
Simple text and illustrations introduce the earth and its treasures, including its trees, flowers,
animals, and weather.
ISBN: 0590350102
Publisher: Scholastic 1999
Recommended Age: 3 to 6
Available: Library
Our Earth
Anne Rockwell
From rainforests to deserts to snow-capped mountains, planet Earth is home to all kinds of
plants and animals. Our Earth invites readers on a journey that spans the globe, delves under
the oceans, and soars up into the clouds as it explores the natural world in which we live.
ISBN: 0152016791
Publisher: Silver Whistle / Harcourt Brace 1998
Recommended Age: 3 to 6
Available: Library, Chapters
In September 2004, each of these books were available as listed. Library refers to being able to
borrow books through the Saint John Free Public Library. Chapters refers to purchasing books
through www.chapters-indigo.ca.
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Thinking Green in My Home Photos by Ann Bogart
This wonderful book shows children how they can become conservationists in their own home.
ISBN: 0831725303
Publisher: SMITHMARK Publishers
Recommended Age: 3 to 6
Available: To purchase, call 212-532-660
Earth Dance
Joanne Ryder
Readers are asked to picture themselves as the earth, turning in space, facing the light, feeling
the green things growing and the oceans shifting.
ISBN: 0805026789
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co 1996
Recommended Age: 3 to 8
Available: Library
Franklin Plants a Tree
Sharon Jennings
It's Earth Day and Mr. Heron is giving away free trees. Franklin can hardly wait to plant a big
climbing tree in his backyard.
ISBN: 1550748785
Publisher: Kids Can Press 2001 (also in French)
Recommended Age: 3 to 8
Available: Library, Chapters
The Lorax
Dr. Seuss
In this cautionary tale of greed and environmental destruction, the lovable Lorax tries to save
the Truffula Forest and its inhabitants from disaster at the hands of the cantankerous Once-ler.
ISBN: 0394823370
Publisher: Random House, Incorporated 1976
Recommend Age: 4 to 8
Available: Library, Chapters
The Giving Tree
Shel Silverstein
A moving parable about love and the importance of trees to people and the environment.
ISBN: 0060256656
Publisher: Harper and Row 1964
Recommend Age: 6 to 8
Available: Library, Chapters
Be a Friend to Trees
Patricia Lauber
Everything that is made of paper and wood comes from trees, a valuable natural resource that
adds oxygen to the air. This book explains how young conservationists can help protect trees
and also incorporates other basic environmental concepts.
ISBN: 0060215283
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers 1994
Recommended Age: 9+
Available: Library, Chapters
The Great Kapok Tree
Lynne Cherry
The many different animals that live in a great kapok tree in the Brazilian rainforest try to
convince a man with an axe the importance of not cutting down their home.
ISBN: 015200520X
Publisher: Gulliver Books 1990
Recommend Age: 9+
Available: Library, Chapters
In September 2004, each of these books were available as listed. Library refers to being able to
borrow books through the Saint John Free Public Library. Chapters refers to purchasing books
through www.chapters-indigo.ca.
Hotline 738-1212
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Just a Dream
Chris Van Allsburg
Walter is a litterbug who thinks sorting trash is a big waste of time. When he has a dream about
a future Earth devastated by pollution, Walter begins to understand the importance of taking
care of the environment.
ISBN: 0395533082
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Co. 1990
Recommend Age: 9+
Available: Library, Chapters
NONFICTION
Coping With… Wood Trash
Jamie Daniel
This book demonstrates how we use and dispose of wood, how we affect forests, and
interesting facts about wood.
ISBN: 0836810619
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Pub. 1994
Available: Library
Fifty Simple Things Kids Can Do To Save The Earth
The Earthworks Group
This valuable and entertaining book shows children how specific elements of their environment
– like a light switch or a toilet – are connected to the rest of the world. Clear, practical tips show
kids how they can conserve energy, recycle waste, and take on important environmental
projects
ISBN: 0836223012
Publisher: Andrews McMeel 1990
Available: Library, Chapters
The Kids’ Green Plan Janet E. Grand
Help kids aged eight to 12 create their own 'green plan.' Fascinating information and illustrations
help students explore environmental issues. The hands-on activities lead to individual or group
green plans for taking care of home and neighbourhood according to kids' own hobbies and
interests. It is a great introduction to environmental and conservation issues.
ISBN: 0921217560
Publisher: Pembroke Publishers
Available: Library, Chapters
Squirmy Worm Composters Bobby Kalman and Janine Schaub
This wonderful book targets primary school children. It explains why worms are perfect pets,
how to start vermi-composting, harvesting vermi-compost, and more.
ISBN: 0865055556
Publisher: Crabtree Pub. 1992
Available: Library
Trash Can Toys and Games
By Leonard Todd
In the good old days, kids knew how to make scooters out of orange crates, puppets out of
newspapers, and walkie-talkies out of tin cans. Written in the simplest terms and requiring only
the simplest tools and methods, these child-tested instructions for making toys and games can
be used by children of all ages and are sure to bring hours of fun.
ISBN: 670724335
Publisher: Viking Press 1974
Available: Library
In September 2004, each of these books were available as listed. Library refers to being able to
borrow books through the Saint John Free Public Library. Chapters refers to purchasing books
through www.chapters-indigo.ca.
Hotline 738-1212
www.FundyRecycles.com
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