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Environment and Sustainability

Taking care of our planet

18 books in this theme

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Belonging

by Jeannie Baker

Ages 6-12 years

A wordless story about Tracy, who feels like an outsider in her neighborhood until she and her neighbors work together to transform their urban street into a vibrant community garden. A beautiful story about belonging and positive change.

Family and Community
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Country

by Aunty Fay Muir, Sue Lawson Illustrated by Cheryl Davison

Ages 4-8 years

An exploration of what Country means for First Nations people through beautiful artwork and words. This book shares the deep connection between Indigenous Australians and the land, celebrating storytelling, song, and our shared responsibility to care for Country.

Australia Indigenous Themes, Authors and Illustrators Responsibility Self Identity
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Country Tells Us When...

by Dalisa Pigram-Ross, Mary Dann, Sheree Ford, Tsheena Cooper

Ages 5-8 years

The Yawuru people don't follow four seasons—they listen to Country's voice through six seasons told by sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. A celebration of Indigenous knowledge and the deep connection between people and place.

Australia Indigenous Themes, Authors and Illustrators
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Eye to Eye

by Graeme Base

Ages 6-12 years

A unique book featuring close-up photographs of eyes from endangered animals around the world. Each eye reveals clues about the animal's identity, habitat, and conservation status, creating an engaging guessing game with a serious environmental message.

Animals
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Florette

by Anna Walker

Ages 4-8 years

When Mae moves from her country garden to a concrete city apartment, she feels lost without her green world. With patience, determination, and a few seeds, she discovers that even the smallest urban spaces can bloom with life and possibility.

Friendship Resilience
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Here We Are

by Oliver Jeffers

Ages 3-8 years

A father's letter to his newborn child, sharing gentle wisdom about life on Earth. A beautifully illustrated guide that teaches children about kindness, curiosity, and caring for our planet and each other.

Family and Community Empathy and Kindness Adventure and Exploration Growth Mindset Self Identity
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Kind - A Call to Care for Every Creature

by Jess McGeachin

Ages 4-8 years

Every creature on Earth deserves our awe and compassion. This book celebrates the diversity of animal life from tiny beetles to majestic whales, inspiring children to become caring stewards of the natural world.

Animals Empathy and Kindness Responsibility
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My Country

by Dorothea Mackellar Illustrated by Andrew McLean

Ages 6-12 years

Dorothea Mackellar's beloved poem 'My Country' brought to life with beautiful illustrations. This classic Australian poem celebrates the unique landscape, weather, and character of the Australian continent.

Australia Literacy
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Somebody Swallowed Stanley

by Sarah Roberts Illustrated by Hannah Peck

Ages 4-8 years

Stanley is a plastic bag who gets mistaken for a jellyfish and eaten by a whale. This important environmental story teaches children about plastic pollution in our oceans and the impact on marine life.

Responsibility Animals
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The Great Paper Caper

by Oliver Jeffers

Ages 4-8 years

When branches start disappearing from the forest, the animals must solve the mystery. A story about taking responsibility for your actions and environmental stewardship.

Problem Solving Honesty and Integrity Animals
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The Hidden Forest

by Jeannie Baker

Ages 6-10 years

When a family discovers that their local forest is threatened by development, they work with their community to save it. This story combines environmental awareness with community action and the power of collective effort.

Animals Collaboration
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The Tree

by Graeme Base

Ages 5-10 years

Follow the life of a single tree from seed to ancient giant, witnessing the countless creatures that depend on it and the changes that occur around it over centuries. A beautiful meditation on time, growth, and environmental interconnectedness.

Animals Collaboration Family and Community
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The Tree at Number 43

by Jess McGeachin

Ages 4-8 years

In a noisy, grey city, Sam and his Grandpa long for the deep, dark wonderful jungle. But when their dream comes true, can they find a way to protect it? A heartwarming tale about the power of dreams, environmental protection, and the special bond between generations.

Family and Community
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The Waterhole

by Graeme Base

Ages 4-10 years

A counting book that follows various animals as they visit a waterhole during a drought. As the water level drops, fewer animals can be sustained, teaching both counting and environmental concepts about water scarcity.

Animals Responsibility
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Uno's Garden

by Graeme Base

Ages 5-10 years

Uno loves the forest and its wildlife, but as more people discover his paradise, the natural balance changes. This counting book explores environmental themes while teaching numbers and the concept of carrying capacity. A thought-provoking counting story about the delicate balance between human development and nature conservation.

Numeracy
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Where the Forest Meets the Sea

by Jeannie Baker

Ages 5-10 years

A boy explores an ancient rainforest and imagines the animals that once lived there and the changes that might come in the future. A breathtaking exploration of our connection to nature and the importance of protecting ancient ecosystems.

Australia Indigenous Themes, Authors and Illustrators Animals
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Why I Love Australia

by Bronwyn Bancroft

Ages 4-8 years

A stunning visual journey across Australia, from dramatic gorges to snowy mountains, from bustling cities to peaceful rainforests. This book captures the beauty and diversity of Country through vibrant artwork and poetic words.

Australia Creativity Indigenous Themes, Authors and Illustrators Self Identity
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Window

by Jeannie Baker

Ages 5-12 years

A wordless picture book that shows the view from a window over 20 years, documenting how a natural landscape gradually transforms into an urban environment. A powerful story about environmental change and development.