Talking about climate and nature can be a daunting experience when we keep being

reminded that we all need to take action. But when hopelessness has become a greater

obstacle to action than denialism, how can we keep ourselves and our children feeling

hopeful and well informed? Get a blanked, snuggle up and enjoy some beautiful and

inspirational books suggested by our community.

 

The Wild Robot

Part of a Series of 3 books including The Wild Robot Escapes and The Wild Robot Protects, The Wild Robot is a heartwarming and action-packed novel about what happens when nature and technology collide.

When we first went wild

From the best-selling author and rewilding pioneer Isabella Tree, When We Went Wild is a heartwarming, sustainably printed picture book about the benefits of letting nature take the lead, inspired by real-life rewilding projects.

 

When The Storks Came Home

Also by Isabella Tree, When The Storks Came Home, is a charming, fictionalised retelling of the successful white stork reintroduction at the Knepp Estate. The white stork is a UK native bird which was last year brought back from extinction. Beautiful illustrations help bring this powerful and important story to life, teaching children about conservation and their environment in an accessible way.

 

Nurdle and the Microplastics and Nurdle and the Ghost Net

If you’ve ever been to one of our events you probably saw our own beloved, Frome based children's author Claire Vowell walking around dressed as a Nurdle. Claire has written Nurdle and the Microplastics and Nurdle and the Ghost Net, both these books gently raise awareness about our plastic problem with 'Top Tips' at the back from the loveable Nurdle. 'Protect things, don't litter, use just what you need. This makes all us plastics happy indeed!'

 

The Wild

Once upon a time, somewhere not far away, was the Wild. The Wild was huge and giving... At first, people lived lightly and took what they needed, but when they started to take more, the Wild suffered. For the Wild to be healthy, someone must be brave enough to raise their voice . . . Yuval Zommer's lyrical modern fable has a hopeful and powerful message about how our environment needs us just as much as we need it.

 

Allis the Shad Who Wouldn’t Give Up

This is a delightful rhyming story following the life journey of the rare and enigmatic Allis Shad; from the tranquil River Tamar to the underwater wonders of Plymouth Sound and the sea beyond – and back again.

 

Captivating Kelp Forests and Secret Seagrass Meadows

Both stories are part of the Discovering Marine and Coastal Habitats Series. Young children will love these beautiful stories, written with Emma Rosen's gentle rhymes and illustrated with Rhiannon Thomas's coastal watercolours.

 

Hike

Take to the trails for a celebration of nature - and a day spent with Dad. In detail-rich panels and textured panoramas, Pete Oswald perfectly paces this nearly wordless adventure, allowing readers to pause for subtle wonders and marvel at the views. A touching tribute to the bond between father and child, with resonant themes for Earth Day, Hike is a breath of fresh air.

 

Michael Rosen's totally true and totally silly bedtime stories

Deliriously daft and jaw-droppingly improbable - yet all absolutely true - these delightful stories collected and retold by national treasure Michael Rosen are guaranteed to put a smile on every child's face. Marvel at these silly, good news stories - there's something to delight and inspire everyone before bedtime.

 

Written by Thais, FFFF member, reviewed by the FFFF community!