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The Story of Climate Change

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The Story of Climate Change by Steve Williams and Catherine Barr is a children's book that explores the science and history of climate change. It introduces young readers to how climate change has evolved over the centuries and its impact on the planet. The book aims to educate children about the environment and inspire action through engaging illustrations and accessible language.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in helping children understand the critical topic of climate change in a simple and engaging way. It offers a visually captivating experience while educating young readers about the science and the importance of taking action to protect our planet.

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The Story of Climate Change

A first-look at the causes and effects of climate change for young readers. Featuring bite-size text by Catherine Barr and Steve Williams, and vibrant illustrations by Amy Husband and Mike Love, this honest yet inspiring title charts the history of our planet's climate and the science behind global warming. Kids will be energised to make a change and do their part to fight the climate emergency.Β 

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The Story of Climate Change is a wonderful way to introduce young readers to one of the most important issues facing our world today. Combining history with science, this book charts the changes in our Earth's climate, from the beginnings of the planet and its atmosphere, to the Industrial revolution and the dawn of machinery. Kids will learn all about the causes of climate change, such as factory farming and pollution, and the effects that climate change has on humans and animals across the world. As well as discovering the causes and effects of global warming, readers will discover practical ways we can work together to solve it, from using renewable energy to swapping meat for vegetables in our diet.

With fact-packed text by Catherine Barr and vibrant illustrations by Amy Husband and Mike Love, The Story of Climate Change will give kids the information they need and inspire them to do their part to fight the climate emergency!

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The Story of Climate Change by Steve Williams and Catherine Barr is praised for its engaging and vivid illustrations, making it an excellent educational resource for younger readers. It effectively introduces children to the pressing global issue of climate change, capturing their interest while enlightening them about its significance and impact.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711256286

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Amy Husband
  • Illustrated by Mike Love

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 275.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Catherine Barr worked at Greenpeace International for seven years as a wildlife and forestry campaigner and has a long-running interest in environmental issues. While working as an editor at the Natural History Museum, she researched and wrote two major summer exhibitions: Dinosaurs of the Gobi Desert and Myths and Monsters. Her previous books for Frances Lincoln are The Story of Inventions and The Story of Life. She lives on a hill near Hay-on-Wye in Herefordshire with her partner and two daughters.

Amy Husband studied Graphic Art at Liverpool School of Art. Her first picture book, Dear Miss, was winner of the Cambridgeshire Children's Picture Book Award in 2010, and she also wrote and illustrated Dear Santa, in the same series. Amy lives in York with her partner, working in a studio with views of York Minster.

STEVE WILLIAMS is a biologist with a degree in Marine Biology and Applied Zoology. His lifelong love of wildlife was further inspired by eight years at sea, and he now teaches science in a school in Wales. He is a beekeeper and lives near Hay-on-Wye with his wife and two daughters.

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