Helping our planet by Jane Bingham
Usborne, 2020. ISBN: 9781474982764. 240pp., pbk.
As our students become more independent they start to hear the
message about the plight of the planet more loudly and realise that
even though they are still young, there is much they can do as
individuals to contribute to the solution rather than the problem.
Focusing on issues such as saving energy, reducing waste, cutting
down on plastic, water conservation, shopping and travelling
thoughtfully and caring for the planet's plants and creatures, this
book presents more in-depth information that respects the reader's
growing maturity and understanding. It includes a section on how
they can make their voice heard so others take notice so rather than
just becoming aware of the issue, they understand that they can also
take action on a broader scale.
By this age, students will also have a feeling for which particular
area attracts them the most, so the accompanying Quicklinks
also offer a way forward for greater awareness and action. With
information in manageable chunks alongside lots of illustrations,
this is one for those who are ready to take their journey to the
next step.
Barbara Braxton