Packed with full-colour photographs, illustrations and cartoons, this hip yet compelling book will delight, entertain and educate, as well as inspire curiosity, wonder and a greater respect for all life on Earth. For ages 8-12.
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Gr 4-6-This title delivers an urgent, if patchwork, reminder that we are part of a greater whole. After devoting a chapter to each of life's necessities-air, water, soil (earth), energy (fire), love, and a spiritual connection with the universe-the authors close with a look at three social and environmental initiatives by young people; a set of review questions (with answers); and 10 consciousness-raising activities, from science projects to storytelling. Sourced, briefly told versions of folktales from several traditions are interspersed throughout, and the plentiful illustrations include color diagrams, comics, and crisply reproduced photos. Parts of the authors' argument are no more seamless than the book's assembly: even children will see the fallacy in sweeping remarks like "Trees will grow again, but coal, oil, and gas won't." Nonetheless, their eloquent plea to see ourselves and the Earth as interdependent will inspire readers to sit up, look around, and take a little less for granted.-John Peters, New York Public Library
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"From a less visionary thinker, such a broad range of subjects might be a confusing tangle, but Suzuki's accessible text, illustrated with useful diagrams and attractive paintings of plants and animals, skillfully emphasizes his basic message about the vital importance of interconnections." —Booklist
"...an outstanding title that can be utilized by teachers in science, health, and environmental studies classes or as a fun, inspiring read."—School Library Journal, starred review
“Incorporating content that varies from scientific to the personal to cultural—with folk tales juxtaposed next to scientific evidence—the book entices one to keep reading just to see what is on the next page.”Science Magazine
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"...an outstanding title that can be utilized by teachers in science, health, and environmental studies classes or as a fun, inspiring read."—School Library Journal, starred review
“Incorporating content that varies from scientific to the personal to cultural—with folk tales juxtaposed next to scientific evidence—the book entices one to keep reading just to see what is on the next page.”Science Magazine
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I love reading this book all the time! The comics are funny and I love how you can see how much we are different from other people all over the world.
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You probably don't think much about air. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
North America, Return of the Peregrine Falcon Project, Free the Children, Middle East New!
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You probably don't think much about air. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
North America, Return of the Peregrine Falcon Project, Free the Children, Middle East New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- British Columbia (Discover Canada) by Isabel Nanton in Front Matter
- American Indian Myths and Legends (Pantheon Fairy Tale & Folklore Library) by Richard Erdoes in Front Matter
- Keepers of the Earth: Native American Stories and Environmental Activities for Children by Michael J. Caduto in Front Matter
- My People the Sioux (Bison Book) by Luther Standing Bear on page 52
- African Mythology: An Encyclopedia of Myth and Legend by Jan Knappert in Front Matter
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- The Complete Guide to Service Learning: Proven, Practical Ways to Engage Students in Civic Responsibility, Academic Curriculum, & Social Action by Cathryn Berger Kaye on page 134
- David Suzuki: The Autobiography by David Suzuki in Back Matter
- Creating Balance in Children: Activities to Optimize Learning and Behavior by Lorraine O. Moore in Back Matter
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