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A Climate in Chaos

NEAL LAYTON, HACHETTE

Looking for a simple and clear way to explain climate change to your kids? Neal Layton’s latest children’s picture book, , is written for kids aged five years or older and clearly explains what climate change is, what’s causing it and why it’s dangerous for all inhabitants on Earth. In detail — and keeping his younger audience in mind — Layton discusses greenhouse gases, renewable energy sources and sustainable living. The book lists practical ways kids can positively impact the planet like growing vegies, leaves young readers excited about what they can do to make a difference and encourages them to think of new ways to help the planet, giving reference to young activists like Greta Thunberg, Ridhima Pandey and Sahil Doshi.

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