In honor of Earth Day on April 22, I am recommending My Friend Earth by Patricia MacLachlan. This book is absolutely stunning and might be one of my favorites that I’ve looked through in a long time. It is very clever, with fun little cut-outs on the pages and the pictures are just lovely. This shouldn’t be surprising given its topic: our beautiful world! This book is not a “Christian” book, but I think as a Christian, I have a calling to care for and celebrate our beautiful planet! And that’s what this book is about.
From Amazon:
Perfect for Earth Day—and every day!—this spectacular picture book is a valentine to our wonderful planet from the Newbery Award–winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall.
Our friend Earth does so many wonderful things! She tends to animals large and small. She pours down summer rain and autumn leaves. She sprinkles whisper-white snow and protects the tiny seeds waiting for spring.
Readers of all ages will pore over the pages of this children's book that is bursting with color and texture. Its enticing pages feature clever cut-outs, flaps, and curved contours that encourage exploration as its poetic text celebrates everything Earth does for us, all the while reminding us to be a good friend in return.
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