Fire Shapes the World

Name: Fire Shapes the World
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SKU: 9781951179137
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By Joanna Cooke

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Fire Shapes the World explores the essential role fire plays in our planet's history and ecology. Through lyrical text grounded in scientific research, this picture book teaches children how life evolved with fire and its ongoing impact on the environment. It also addresses how humans have always adapted to increasing fire presence in the world, offering both natural history and a child-friendly look at fire ecology paired with stunning illustrations.
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Ideal for children interested in nature and science, as well as parents and educators seeking to introduce young readers to environmental concepts and fire ecology with sensitivity and wonder.

"This nonfiction picture book presents Earth's long history with fire, and how humans, plants, and animals have adapted to this element as an integral part of their existence"--

Yosemite Conservancy

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"A nuanced portrayal of fire as a force to be respected." -Publishers Weekly

A picture book that explores the primal connection between all living things and fire, teaching children about fire ecology and its impact on their environment.

Life as we know it evolved with fire; there is no us without it. Through lyrical text grounded in the latest research, children will come to understand that everything they know in the world has evolved with fire.

There is comfort in understanding the natural processes taking place all around. By learning the story of fire and how it has changed this planet, this book also addresses the question: Can we adapt to an increasingly fire-prone environment? The answer is: Yes. Because we always have.

Fire Shapes the World is both a natural history and a child-friendly portrayal of fire ecology. It is also an encouraging springboard for conversation illuminated by breathtaking paintings, which will allow children to explore their connection to this most elemental agent of change.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781951179137

Publisher: Yosemite Conservancy

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Yosemite Conservancy

Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

Illustrated by Cornelia Li
Illustrated by Diana Renzina

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 266.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 34

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Joanna Cooke New Zealand and Australia Published Science & Nature

About the Author

Joanna Cooke is a writer who spent ten years living in the Sierra Nevada, working as an environmental educator and National Park Service Ranger in Yosemite National Park. She lives in Jackson, Wyoming, and this is her third book.

Cornelia Li's work has been recognized by Society of Illustrators, American Illustration, Communication Arts, The AOI, 3x3 Illustration, National Magazine Award, and more. She has illustrated many works of nonfiction for children and lives in Toronto.

Dina Renina's hometown is Riga, Latvia, an inspiring mix of cobbled streets, pine forests, cold sea, and Art Nouveau architecture. She enjoys taking photos, dancing tango, listening to music, and reading books. This is her North American illustration debut.