Little Bookworm is always concerned about the environment. So we love finding new kids books about conservation and caring for the planet. These new kid’s books for Earth Day are a great way to talk to kids about how they can help take care of the planet.

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The Hiking Viking

Written by Laura Gehl and illustrated by Timothy Banks

This beautiful book celebrates the beauty of nature and the value of Earth’s wonders. Leif is a Viking who is different from other Vikings. He doesn’t like to battle or use weapons. Instead he prefers to hike and explore nature. When he is tasked with helping his clan to win the Viking Games, he has a chance to share what he loves most. Kids will love the beautiful illustrations and the funny characters in the story.

We are Better Together

Written by Bill McKibben and illustrated by Stevie Lewis

This inspiring book celebrates all of the amazing ways that humans can work together to save the planet. The simple text shares an inspiring message about the power of humans working together, and the beauty of this world that we live in. The colorful illustrations highlight the ways that people can make a difference, whether they are saving sea turtles, feeding the hungry, or reforesting the land. In the back of the book there are also notes from the author and the illustrator, sharing their inspiration.

Capturing Cow Farts and Burps

Written by Erin Twamley and illustrated by Vova Kirichenko

This leveled reader introduces kids to the study of cows and how their gas effects the planet. The text explores how methane comes from cow burps and farts, and how scientists are attempting to make cows less gassy. It also shares how cow waste is being used to create electricity. Kids will appreciate the funny subject matter, while learning about interesting science concepts.

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The Girl Who Spoke to the Moon

Written by Land Wilson and illustrated by Sue Cornelison

This peaceful story follows a little girl who befriends the moon. When she notices the moon is looking blue, she goes to visit him in a dream. He shows her that Earth is polluted, and tells her how people can help. The rhyming text is paired with gentle, soothing illustrations, which make this a great bedtime story. The back of the book includes information on pollution as well.

I Love You, Blue

Written and illustrated by Barroux

This simple story follows a young boy who loves sailing on the ocean. But when he gets tossed overboard during a storm, he befriends a whale named Blue who saves him. When his friend isn’t feeling well, he discovers that Blue’s belly is full of plastic bags. The simple text and cute illustrations introduce the importance of ocean conservation to young readers, and the back of the book includes a note from the author.

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Your Planet Needs You! A Kids’ Guide to Reducing Waste and Recycling

Written by Philip Bunting

This informative guide to recycling and conservation uses large colorful illustrations, tables, charts, and timelines to show kids how waste adds up on the planet. The simple text includes short paragraphs and easy to read captions. There are also funny captions and quotations included in the illustrations, which kids will enjoy.

Only One

Written by Deborah Hopkinson and illustrated by Chuck Groenink

This book follows a young girl as she explores the universe and the planet Earth. The conversational text starts by explaining how the universe came to be from one speck, and starts zeroing in through the galaxy and the solar system, to planet Earth. When it reaches Earth, the text explores all the living things on the planet, and eventually zeroes back in on the difference that one single person can make. This is a great exploration of the universe and the difference that kids can make.

What Does It Mean to Be Green?

Written by Rana DiOiro and illustrated by Addy Rivera Sonda

This simple guide introduces kids to the concept of “being green”. The text shows kids how they can make simple changes in their daily lives, and how those changes can benefit the planet. The back of the book includes information about the 5 R’s and how kids can do their part.

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A Dolphin’s Wish: How YOU Can Help Make a Difference and Save Our Oceans

Written by Trevor McCurdie and illustrated by Cinzia Battistel

This rhyming story is a great introduction to ocean conservation for little ones, and a plea that they do what they can to help save the ocean. The beginning of the book uses a rhyming text and adorable illustrations to follow a father dolphin as he tells his child about “plastic rain” coming from humans. The child hopes that future generations will make a difference, and the rest of the book uses small captions and quotes to show how plastic gets into the oceans,  what kids can do to help.

Duck’s Overboard: A True Story of Plastic in Our Oceans

Written by Markus Motum

This book, inspired by a true story, follows a little plastic duck as it shares it’s journey through the ocean after it’s shipping container fell into the sea. The duck sees all kinds of plastic and waste in the oceans, and shares how that waste affects the animals it sees. The back of the book includes information about the plastic toys that fell into the sea in 1992 and how scientists tracked their voyage around the world. It also shares facts about plastic and ocean currents, and ways that the reader can help.

Butterflies Belong Here

Written by Deborah Hopkinson and illustrated by Meilo So

This inspiring story follows a young girl as she takes interest in monarch butterflies and encourages her class to help her create a monarch way station. The text includes lots of information about monarchs, their life cycle, their migration, and how important they are to our world. It also offers an inspiring story about how one kid can inspire others and make a difference. The back of the book includes an author’s note, additional facts about monarchs, and steps to building a monarch way station.

The Wild World Handbook: Creatures

Written by Andrea Debbink and illustrated by Asia Orlando

This fact filled guide introduces readers to the incredible wildlife that lives on Earth. The book is broken down into categories including Insects, Birds, Reptiles and Amphibians, Land Animals, Ocean Creatures, Freshwater Life, and City Wildlife. Each section includes information about animals and habitats, biographies of people who have studied and helped animals throughout time, and tips and activities for readers who are interested in studying and protecting wildlife on their own.

What are your favorite new kid’s books for Earth Day? Share them in the comments below!

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