Pedro Loves Saving the Planet
What’s inside...
Pedro Loves the Planet tells the story of Pedro, a boy passionate about the environment, as he spends a day at his school's eco club forest cabin. He learns about electric cars, plants vegetable seeds, and encourages friends to recycle creatively. The book, with lively narrative by Jess French and illustrations by Duncan Beedie, aims to ignite a love for nature. It is part of the Nature Heroes series, which highlights children passionate about nature and the outdoors, each with a favorite topic.
Discussion points
Why do you think Pedro is passionate about saving the planet?
What are some ways that Pedro helps the environment in the book?
How can we, as a family, help the planet like Pedro?
What did you learn from Pedro about taking care of our Earth?
If you could create an invention to help the planet, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
When discussing the book with your child, use expressive and enthusiastic tones to mirror Pedro’s passion for the environment. Encourage your child to relate the story to their own experiences with recycling or taking care of plants. Emphasize the impact of teamwork and collective efforts in environmental conservation, as shown in the book. Finally, consider extending the conversation beyond the book by planning a family activity that promotes sustainability, like planting a tree or setting up a recycling system at home.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Environmental Responsibility
Explanation: Pedro demonstrates the importance of recycling, conserving water, and reducing waste to protect the environment.
Real-World Application: Children can engage in recycling initiatives at home and learn to turn off water taps when not in use to save water.
Example Lesson: Community Involvement
Explanation: Throughout the story, Pedro collaborates with friends and community members to organize clean-up drives.
Real-World Application: Kids can participate in or initiate community clean-up events and learn the value of teamwork in achieving common goals.
Example Lesson: Creativity in Problem Solving
Explanation: Pedro uses creative ideas to repurpose old items to reduce waste.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to use their creativity to repurpose old toys or materials for new projects, fostering innovation and resourcefulness.
Example Lesson: Importance of Green Spaces
Explanation: Pedro helps plant trees and gardens, illustrating the role of green spaces in environmental health and human well-being.
Real-World Application: Kids can be involved in gardening at home or school, learning about plant care and the environmental benefits of greenery.
Example Lesson: Advocacy and Voice
Explanation: Pedro learns to speak up about environmental issues in his community, showing the power of a single voice to instigate change.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to express their concerns about environmental issues in their surroundings, either at school or in local community forums.