Listen to the Earth

From the illustrator of Grandma’s Gardens (by Hillary and Chelsea Clinton), here is a new and original framing of climate change and how to respond to it. The lyrical narrative, gorgeous illustrations, and information-rich sidebars are built around the central concept of Earth Overshoot Day, the date each year when humanity has used all the resources and generated all the waste the planet can replace and absorb in the entire year. In 2022 that date was July 28th—everything we consume and discard from then to December 31 is borrowed from the future. Listen to the Earth describes and illustrates in child-friendly terms the global societal changes and actions—all of which are known and practical—that will push Earth Overshoot Day toward the end of the year to make our planet sustainable. We know what to do; all that is needed is the will to do it. In this call to action, the path ahead is illuminated by an optimistic faith in kids.

Written and Illustrated by Carme Lemniscates

$18.95 hardcover
ISBN 9781958394045
9.5 x 9.5 • 32 pages
Illustrated in color throughout Ages 7 – 10
NONFICTION

Carme Lemniscates is the author-illustrator of Trees, Birds, and Seeds as well as the illustrator of Hilary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton’s Grandma’s Gardens. In addition to children’s books, she also creates storybook apps. Based in Barcelona, she is particularly interested in books that encourage creative thinking and curiosity about subjects such as nature, the environment, friendship, fear, and self-acceptance.

“Plenty of talking points for young eco-activists.”  - Kirkus Reviews

 

“Carme’s profound care and moving illustrations will touch you. And her message is clear: There is so much possibility. What are we waiting for? Let this book inspire you!”  - Global Footprint Network

 

“Vibrantly illustrated. This thoughtprovoking book will encourage making a difference.”  - Booklist