Our World Out of Balance: Understanding Climate Change and What We Can Do
by Andrea Minoglio
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Pub Date Apr 13 2021 | Archive Date Apr 07 2022
Publisher Spotlight | Blue Dot Kids Press
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Description
An encouraging and comprehensive illustrated nonfiction guide introducing children to the important topic of climate change with clear facts and positive solutions.
2022 AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books, Longlist
2021 EUREKA! Honor Book, California Reading Association
An American Library Association “Top 10 Sustainability Themed Children’s Book”
“This clear introduction to the whats and whys of environmental degradation balances sad facts with examples of what can and is being done. A solid pick…for its positive approach and breadth.” —Kirkus Review
Filled with engaging big ideas that will inspire children to think about their role in keeping our world healthy, Our World Out of Balance details how humans have thrown the planet off-balance and ways we can work together to be part of the solution and create a healthier world.
Featuring brave scientists, young activists, and many groups working collectively to protect our future, Our World Out of Balance will leave readers feeling empowered and inspired.
Perfect for homeschooling and virtual and blended learning, each chapter pairs brightly colored illustrations with easily graspable scientific facts and statistics. The easy-to-follow “Before” and “After” segments help children understand complex topics like:
The backmatter lists various citizen science initiatives that kids can take part in to help make a difference. Informational text includes a table of contents, diagrams, index, glossary, and select bibliography. Printed on FSC-certified paper with vegetable inks.
Advance Praise
Grades 3-6 Climate change comprises a series of related challenges, from rising sea levels, shrinking forests, and feeding the world to extreme weather, air quality, and ocean plastic. Minoglio has assembled them into an accessible guide for young people. She covers each issue in four-page sections that give a brief overview and ask a related why question (e.g., "Why stop deserts from spreading?") to start readers thinking about the topic. Each section also includes two colorful infographics. The first depicts "before" (the current situation) and "after," the projected situation if climate change isn't addressed (e.g., Earth's current biodiversity and projected extinction rates). The second offers a visual explanation of the issue--for instance, "How coral reefs get bleached." Finally, each section concludes with helpful tips, such as ways to avoid single-use plastic so it doesn't end up in oceans, and how others are fighting climate change around the world, like efforts to place eco-friendly glass balls on Arctic ice to reflect sunlight and prevent melting. A great starting place to understand climate change and its effects. COPYRIGHT(2021) Booklist, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.--Booklist
"This clear introduction to the what's and why's of environmental degradation balances sad facts with examples of what can and is being done. A solid pick . . . for its positive approach and breadth."--Kirkus Reviews
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781735000534 |
| PRICE | $21.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 72 |
Featured Reviews
Jenn A, Librarian
Solid children's science book that explains different aspects of climate change at a good level of detail for the audience. Colorful diagrams and helpful text boxes break down the causes and effects of the science behind global warming and other such phenomena. Explanations on what is being done to combat the issues and tips as to how one can pitch in.
(Though I will say it falls into the trap that this is about individual behavior changes and not higher level of corporate responsibility.....)
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