At Grandpa's Sugar Bush - by Margaret Carney & Janet Wilson
Family bonds. Passing down traditions and sharing knowledge about environmental stewardship and sustainable practices related to the Sugar Bush.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind - by William Kamkwamba & Bryan Mealer
Lyrically told, creativity and hard work can make real change in the world. Energy conservation.
The Busy Beaver - by Nicholas Oldland
After being careless the beaver learns about respecting the environment and his animal neighbours. Life of a beaver - building, eating and living.
Chickadee's Message - by Douglas Wood
Indigenous legend of the chickadee & a love of nature.
The Eagle Feather Story - by Guy Prince
Eagle feather story from Dakelh culture, teaches about respect for each other and our Mother Earth.
The Empty Lot - by Dale H. Fife
Recognizing that there is life all around us and the importance of slowing down and noticing the natural world.
Everybody Needs a Rock - by Byrd Baylor
How to choose and treasure a rock. Tips for finding your very own rock friend.
Finding Wild- by Megan Wagner Lloyd
Lyrical picture book looking at what the wild is and where we can find it.
Giving Thanks: A Native American Morning Message- by Jake Swamp & Erwin Printup Jr.
Indigenous lens, looking at giving thanks to all that Mother Earth provides us.
Grandad's Prayers Of the Earth - by Douglas Wood
Family bonds, walks in the woods, connection to natural world & Indigenous connections to earth.
Hike - by Pete Oswald
Picture book showing the adventures of going on a hike, and their love and respect for the natural world.
How Chipmunk Got His Stripes - by Joseph Bruchac & James Bruchac
Teasing others, consequences and lessons learned. Based on Indigenous folktale.
I Can't Have Bannock but the Beaver Has a Dam - by Bernelda Wheeler
Understanding importance of the natural world and not putting ourselves before them.
If You Find a Rock - by Peggy Christian
Different types and purposes of rocks and the mysteries behind where they came from.
The Lorax - by Dr. Seuss
Importance of caring for the Land and for others.
Morning on the Lake - by Jan Bourdeau Wahoose
Morning, noon and night adventures with Ojibway boy and his grandfather. Respect for nature and an understanding of our place in the world.
Mother Earth - by Nancy Luenn
Tribute to the planet Earth. Poetic language is used to help look more closely at all living creatures and elements.
The Not-So Great Outdoors - by Madeline Kloepper
Learning to look past your first impressions and changing your outlook on the adventures ahead of you. Recognizing the excitement and wonders of the natural world.
The Salamander Room - by Anne Mazer
Understanding the importance of leaving the natural world where we find it. Recognizing the importance of a habitat to all living things.
The Sun, the Wind and the Rain - by Lisa Westberg
Understanding the importance of leaving the natural world where we find it. Recognizing the importance of a habitat to all living things.
That Chickadee Feeling - by Frank Glew
Disconnecting from indoor monotony and connecting with the natural world, specifically chickadees.
Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt - by Kate Messner
Family bonds. Looking at a planting season and what is happening in the soil, with plants, and all the animals that live in and around the garden.
The Water Walker - by Joanne Robertson
Importance of water, respecting and standing up for the natural world.
The Whale's Song - by Dyan Sheldon
Different perspectives of the importance of the natural world.