Books like ChokWaka And The Moon Tales: A Sweet Children's Nature Book About Caring for Planet Earth and Each Other
Award winning
Maya and the Town that Loved a Tree
Kiki Shaw, Kathryn Shaw, 1992
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates community involvement and environmental conservation.
Inspires love and care for nature in young readers.
Supports teamwork and collective problem solving.
Engaging narrative fosters emotional and social growth.

Maya and the Town that Loved a Tree
Kiki Shaw, Kathryn Shaw, 1992
Award winning
I Am A Tree
Eileen Labarca, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Celebrates nature, growth, and ecological awareness.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in children.
Supports understanding of interconnectedness of life.
Engaging storytelling that promotes family reading time.

I Am A Tree
Eileen Labarca, 2023
Award winning
Songs of the Birds
Isabel Otter, Clover Robin, 2023
16 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant, melodious storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of nature through lyrical prose.
Builds empathy and understanding through character interaction.
Supports early development in language and rhythm recognition.

Songs of the Birds
Isabel Otter, Clover Robin, 2023
Award winning
Stickler Loves the World
Lane Smith, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of empathy and global awareness.
Encourages appreciation for diversity and cultural differences.
Stimulates curiosity about the world and different places.
Supports language development and geographical knowledge.

Stickler Loves the World
Lane Smith, 2023
Award winning
Cloud Forest
Victoria Turnbull, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, resilience, and adventure.
Stimulates imagination with beautifully illustrated mystical landscapes.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse character interactions.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.

Cloud Forest
Victoria Turnbull, 2019
The BIG Adventures of Little O: A Song for the Salmon
Leesa Hanna, 2019
96 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Highlights importance of ecological awareness and conservation.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.

The BIG Adventures of Little O: A Song for the Salmon
Leesa Hanna, 2019
Award winning
Because of an Acorn
Lola M. Schaefer, Adam R. Schaefer, Frann Preston-Gannon, 2016
36 pages
Why to read
Explores ecosystems through a simple, captivating narrative.
Illustrates nature's interconnectedness, enhancing environmental awareness.
Engages young readers with vivid, beautiful illustrations.
Ideal for introducing early science concepts.

Because of an Acorn
Lola M. Schaefer, Adam R. Schaefer, Frann Preston-Gannon, 2016
Award winning
The Bravest Little Seedling
Terrence D Jakes, Tiffany Horne, 2024
31 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale of courage and growth.
Encourages resilience and overcoming obstacles.
Supports emotional development and self-discovery.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
