Earth Day Lessons from Planet Mars

9780962960734

096296073X

1993 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD recipient for the "BEST CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR" from the Writer's Foundation of America. Chosen to represent the United States at the International Children's Book Fair, it is currently a part of a thirty-month state-wide tour of all Illinois libraries. New age fairy tales told in poem with clear lyrical quality & sense of purpose. A review by HEARTLAND JOURNAL: "This is a book of poetic imagery, emotion & gentle wisdom, with a mission, stimulating children to a commitment to their Earth, helping them to realize the importance of all families of all species to live in a non-violent world." Accompanied by intriguing black & white illustrations, printed with soy-based ink on acid-free 100% recycled 80lb. text paper. "Small frogs golden/ living in harmony beneath the mimosa/ Lonely cheetah crying his mornful song/ as man grows closer." The reviewer continues, "As a mother of four, I loved this book, including the glossary & environmental resource list. I encourage you to add this book to your children's collection, & by all means, share the message & the moments." To order, call WISDOM PRESS, (312) 477-3737 or BAKER & TAYLOR, (800) 775-1800.