The Hike
This is a story about three friends hiking through a forest, exploring their surroundings. Taking time to observe what they come across, Wren, El, and Hattie turn what might normally be ‘just a hike’ into an excellent learning opportunity that could inspire others to do the same. Why use this book? Showcases the benefits of […]
Over and Under the Pond
A boy and his mom explore the ecosystem of a pond and discover their surroundings. An educational look at the interconnectedness of animals, people and the environment told through fun text and captivating illustrations. Why use this book? Highlights how animals, people and the environment are interconnected and how we all depend on everyone doing […]
My Friend Earth
This beautifully illustrated picture book follows ‘Earth’ after she wakes up from her winter nap. The story takes you along with Earth as she follows the cawing crows, tunneling moles, and hibernating bears through the four seasons until it is time for her winter nap again. This picture book can spark meaningful conversations in both […]
I will love you anyway
This is a story about a family who is having trouble with their dog. The dog won’t sit, stay, or fetch and constantly escapes from the backyard, so his family contemplates getting rid of him. This story showcases the importance of training your pets and illustrates what can happen if you don’t! Why use this […]
Millie’s Chickens
Raising the chickens in her backyard, Millie is responsible for caring for her birds from sunrise to sunset. The importance of being responsible and meeting the chickens’ needs (food, water, shelter, enrichment, safety, etc.) is covered in this story. Why use this book? Demonstrates caring for a chicken. While the type of care changes based […]
Me…Jane
This book features an important role model, Dr. Jane Goodall who has elevated awareness about the plight of chimpanzees and environmental conservation. She spent years living with, and observing, chimpanzees in their natural habitat in the forests of Tanzania. Here she discovered just how intelligent chimpanzees were and how similar they are to humans. Reading […]
Shark Lady: A True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean’s Most Fearless Scientist
This book features an important role model, Dr. Eugenie Clark, whose courage and natural curiosity for sharks has changed the way we perceive them. Dr. Clark studied sharks at a time when many were reviled and hunted around the world. Through her career in science, she demonstrated that sharks are beautiful, intelligent creatures, worthy of […]
Rescue & Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship
Rescue & Jessica: A Life-Changing Friendship tells the inspiring true story about a girl named Jessica whose life has not turned out how she thought it would. Jessica, who was injured in the Boston Marathon bombing, relies on Rescue, her service dog, to help her accomplish everyday tasks. Based on a real-life partnership, this story […]
Tulip Loves Rex
Tulip loves to dance. When she meets Rex, a dog who also likes to ’dance’, an instant bond is formed. This is a story about friendship, doing what you love, and sharing that with someone special. Why use this book: Showcases that animals (dogs) are unique just like humans. Tulip isn’t like other girls, and […]
Cookie’s Fortune
This story depicts a stray dog named Cookie as she searches for food, shelter, and comfort. The compelling story, as well as illustrations, help elicit feelings of empathy and compassion towards Cookie and will have readers cheering for a happy ending. Why use this book? Showcases what life is like for a stray dog and […]