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Some of our favourite picture books on doing our b Some of our favourite picture books on doing our bit for the planet are diverse, reflect our own reality, child friendly while not shying away from serious issues & most importantly make us feel like we can definitely do something. 1. One plastic bag @mirandapaulbooks True story about reuse 2. Thea's tree @karaditales Dystopian take on trees 3. Wildlife in a city pond @pratham.books Relatable story on diverse habitats around us 4. The case of the missing water @pratham.books A feisty heroine on a mission 5. Fish @brendandraws Water pollution & how a community can work together 6. Ammu's Bottle boat @tulikabooks What can we do to combat polluting water bodies 7. Waiting for turtles @karaditales How our actions affect life in water 8. Walking for water susanhughesbooks When water scarcity and gender roles intersect 9.We are water protectors @carolelindstrom How can we safeguard our water from harm? 10. The water princess @susanverde True story on water scarcity 11. Red shoes Karen English encouraging childten to see the value in thrifting 12. Flooded @ilustrajo immediate action can be uncomfortable but needs to be taken 13. Greta and the giants @zoe_tucker_design true story on fighting climate crisis 14. A cloud of trash @prathambooks what happens to trash once we throw it away and how can we do better? 15. 101 ways to save the planet before bedtime Paul Mason simple ways to do our bit explained logically 16. City of stars @litjoys multiple things that we can do as children living in a city 17. Let's talk trash @thehungrypalette A conscious activity book for children of any age 18. Hike @peteoswald wordless book about birthday traditions that matter 19. Tree Matters @tara_books how indigenous tribes live in harmony with nature 20. Zonias rainforest @juanamartinesn an Ashaninka girl who resolves to protect her rainforest 21. Tree lady H Joseph Hawkins an inspiring story of doing what you believe in even when others don't believe in you 22. The bee book @charlottemilnerillustration every little creature matters 23. Lots @nicolakidsbooks just read anything by Nicola Davies to develop a love for nature #ammatoday #ammatoday_books
Because here's the thing. Emotional regulation is Because here's the thing. Emotional regulation is not an unattainable, strange concept that can only be seen in books or as a separate sit-down talk. It needs to be woven into our everyday life and conversations as a normalized part of our lives. Everytime you whisper these words to your child, a part of you heals too. Which one do you use most often at home? Which one would you like to try? And if you're trying to say it for the first time, how does it feel? #ammatoday
The obsession over fantasy elements and another wo The obsession over fantasy elements and another world reality- I think it is a rite of passage for elementary children. So when mine started with a dragon obsession we promptly checked out the How to Train your dragon series from the library. She loved it but her words, "I wish there was more importance given to dragons than the humans." And so our search began. Here are 5 book series that my 8.5yo has currently been enjoying. 1. The Wings of Fire series @tuisutherland Duh! This one has fantastic world building and the narration is top notch. Some parts are a bit violent, but it feels justified in the face of the amazing adventures. Although the age recommendation says 8-12, read it even as an adult and you'll be hooked. 2. The Dragon girls series @maddy_mara_author I would say this is a dragon equivalent of the Rainbow magic series (iykyk). More suited for 6-8 years with a lot more focus on the quests and friendship ( and determination, V adds). 3. Dragonbreath series Ursula Vernon We aren't yet completely done with this series and I still don't know what genre I would cast this as because 'silly humor' doesn't quite cover it. A dragon and a pet iguana's struggles at school with a bunch of interesting creatures and challenges thrown in. 4. Dragon detective series @jonesgarethp Omg, a dragon who is a detective AND a mystery to solve? Bring it on! One of those rare series that only gets better with each book. 5. The boy who grew dragons series @andyshepherdwriter I was divided about the first book but V loved it so we marched on and I'm glad because it gets better as the series progresses. There is a lot of humour but also a lot of heart and a lovely character arc in these books. These are all chapter books except 3 which is a mix of graphic novel panels and chapter book format. These would broadly work for 6-12 years depending on your child's interest and reading level. :) Do you have a favourite dragon book? #ammatoday_books #ammatoday Book recommendations, middle grade fiction, fantasy fiction, elementary readers, graphic novel, chapter books
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