Science 6 - Earth Systems Books

"Climate Change: The Science Behind Melting Glaciers and Warming Oceans" by Joshua Sneideman and Erin Twamley is an accessible and informative exploration of the science driving global climate change. The book delves into key topics like the greenhouse effect, melting ice caps, rising sea levels, and their profound impact on ecosystems and human communities. With vivid examples and striking visuals, it explains how human activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation, contribute to these changes. Hirsch highlights the urgency of the crisis while also presenting potential solutions, including renewable energy, conservation, and global cooperation. Designed to educate and inspire, the book empowers young readers to understand the science and take action to combat climate change. If there is only one book on this list that you put to you use, hopefully it is this one, as this is a great resource when learning about the climate and climate change!

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"Climate Change" by Jason Nemeth provides a concise and engaging overview of the causes, effects, and potential solutions to the global climate crisis. Written for young readers, it explores topics such as greenhouse gases, deforestation, and rising sea levels, while explaining their impact on ecosystems, weather patterns, and human populations. The book emphasizes the importance of renewable energy, conservation efforts, and international cooperation to combat climate change. Through clear language and vivid examples, it inspires students to understand the science and take actionable steps to protect the planet.

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"How to Change Everything: The Young Human's Guide to Protecting the Planet and Each Other" by Naomi Klein and Rebecca Stefoff is an inspiring guide for young readers that blends science, history, and activism to tackle the urgent issue of climate change. The book explains how human activity has disrupted the planet’s ecosystems, leading to rising temperatures, extreme weather, and environmental degradation. It highlights the connection between climate change and social inequality, emphasizing the need for collective action to create a sustainable and fair future. Through real-life stories of youth activists from around the world, readers learn how they can become change-makers in their communities. With practical advice and hopeful messages, this book empowers kids to take meaningful steps toward solving one of humanity's biggest challenges.

Internet Archive Library: https://archive.org/details/howtochangeevery0000klei/

More a biography than a scientific piece of non-fiction, "Our House is On Fire: Greta Thunberg's Call to Save the Planet" by Jeanette Winter tells the powerful and inspiring story of Greta Thunberg, the young climate activist who sparked a global movement. The book chronicles Greta's journey from a quiet girl in Sweden to an internationally recognized advocate for climate action. It highlights how her deep concern for the planet and persistence led to worldwide school strikes for climate change, bringing attention to the urgent need to protect the environment. Through simple yet evocative text and beautiful illustrations, Winter captures Greta's message of hope, courage, and determination. This book encourages readers of all ages to believe that one person, no matter their age, can make a difference in the fight for a sustainable future.

Internet Archive Library: https://archive.org/details/ourhouseisonfire0000wint

"This Book Will (Help) Cool the Climate" by Isabel Thomas is an interactive and empowering guide that introduces kids to the science of climate change and the steps they can take to make a difference. It explains complex concepts like carbon footprints, renewable energy, and the role of biodiversity in simple, relatable language. Packed with fun activities, illustrations, and real-world examples, the book inspires readers to adopt eco-friendly habits and become climate activists. By focusing on practical solutions, it encourages young readers to see themselves as part of the solution to the global climate crisis.

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