Guardians of the Planet: How to be an Eco-Hero

(Paperback)

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This environmentally positive book contains everything children need to become guardians of the planet. Kids can learn how to become keepers of the coasts, friends of the forests, home heroes and much more through a mix of compelling facts, creative activities and proactive tips.

Key environmental topics are clearly explained, and the easy-to-follow projects and suggestions help to put the issues in an everyday context. From reusing clothes and composting food to reducing water waste and giving wildlife a helping hand, this book will encourage children to engage with environmental problems and inspire them to take care of our wonderful planet.

This book includes an introduction by Client Earth, an organization that uses environmental law to protect oceans, forests and other habitats, as well as all people, and a foreword by Brian Eno.

Printed using waterless ink on FSC paper.

Reviews

There has never been a more important time to change our actions. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about our impact on the planet and what we can do to save it. * Jess French *
Every word of this entertaining and poignant book must be read by all children and, of course, their parents! * Arizona Muse *
Guardians of the Planet by Clive Gifford is colourful, engaging and endorsed by environmental law organisation Client Earth. * Wicked Leeks *

Author Bio

Clive Gifford is an award-winning author of over 200 books specializing in engaging and entertaining non-fiction books for children and young adults.
His books have garnered much praise and won Children's Choice, NAPPA Gold Star, TES Book of the Year and Smithsonian awards. Refugees was shortlisted for The British Book Awards whilst Discover the Extreme World was on the four-book shortlist for the 2012 Blue Peter Book Award. In October 2018, Clive won The Sainsburys Childrens Book Award for The Book Of Comparisons. He also won The Blue Peter Book Award 2019 for The Colours of History.

Jonathan Woodward is an environmentally friendly wildlife and natural history illustrator creating artwork for a wide range of clients, from childrens non-fiction to zoos and aquariums. He works in a cut-paper collage style, both with recycled magazines and digitally.