I have always had a love of the world around us and supported protecting our planet. From a young age, I found myself reading books about the environment and being involved in sustainability. Reading about the environment is a wonderful way learn about the importance of protecting our planet.
Earth Day is a wonderful day to encourage people to learn more about the world around us and how to be better stewards of the planet. Here are some books you can read for Earth Day.
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Silent Spring by Rachel Carson
Published in 1962, Silent Spring is widely considered one of the most influential environmental books ever written. I remember reading this book as a teen and finding it to be very meaningful. Rachel Carson studied the effects of pesticides, particularly DDT, on wildlife and ecosystems and noted the damages that it was causing. Her work was a huge part of the environmental movement and raised awareness.
The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben
In this fascinating book, Peter Wohlleben writes about how trees communicate, support each other, and form complex ecosystems within forests. He brings trees to a new light by describing how trees function as a community.
Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Braiding Sweetgrass is a combination of science and storytelling. Robin Wall Kimmerer, a botanist and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, explores humanity’s relationship with nature and how we should respect the Earth.
The Overstory by Richard Powers
This Pulitzer Prize–winning novel tells the interconnected stories of several people whose lives become deeply tied to trees and forests. Through its powerful narrative, The Overstory shows the beauty of forest ecosystems while exploring the emotional and ethical questions surrounding environmental conservation.
All We Can Save edited by Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Katharine K. Wilkinson
All We Can Save is a collection of essays and poetry written by women leading the climate movement. It talks about being sustainable and how we can contribute towards a better world.
The Nature Fix by Florence Williams
In The Nature Fix, Florence Williams writes about how spending time in nature is good for our well being. There is a science behind the benefits of the great outdoors, from reducing stress to boosting creativity. It is an inspiring look at how we benefit from a healthy planet.
A Life on Our Planet by Sir David Attenborough
This book is Sir David Attenborough’s account of the changes in our earth during our lifetime. He inspires readers to be more sustainable and work towards a better future.
Enchanting Earth (coloring book)
Accompany your reading with a coloring book. Enchanting Earth has beautiful designs to color, inspiring an appreciation of our earth.
