Andrea Minoglio – författare

Age range 8+Encouraging, accessible, and easily digestible, this comprehensive, illustrated nonfiction guide introduces children ages eight to twelve to the important topic of climate change - with tips on How You Can Help and citizen scientist activitiesFilled 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 andways we can work together to be part of the solution and create a healthier world.While the book covers some complex subjects, it also shares a sense of hope and many of the positive developments that have come from environmental initiatives, like reforestation and innovative recycling programs.Featuring brave scientists, young activists, and many groups working collectively to protect our future,Our World Out of Balancewill leave readers feeling empowered and inspired.Each chapter pairs brightly coloured illustrations with easily graspable scientific facts and statistics and ends with tips on How You Can Help as an individual even at a young age!The book shares simple and well-organised descriptions of a variety of phenomena like hurricanes and wildfires that are becoming more extreme and negatively affecting plants, animals, humans, and ecosystems around the world. From there, children learn about the causes behind each phenomenon and what we all can do to intervene and bring balance back to our home planet.The easy-to-follow Before and After segments help children understand complex topics like:Air pollutionRising seasPlastics and increased wasteWildfires

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, Longlist2021 EUREKA! Honor Book, California Reading Association An American Library Association Top 10 Sustainability Themed Childrens BookThis clear introduction to the whats and whys of environmental degradation balances sad facts with examples of what can and is being done. A solid pickfor 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:Air pollutionRising seasPlastics and increased wasteWildfiresThe 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.