WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO CARE ABOUT NATURE?

 

Caring for the natural world starts with paying attention, and What Does It Mean to Care About Nature? reminds us how powerful those small moments of observation can be. Authors Kelly Shuto and Lauren MacLean explore the idea of environmental care through everyday experiences that children understand, observing tiny details, asking questions, and recognizing the beauty in their own surroundings. When kids slow down long enough to wonder why a leaf changes colour or why a bird sings at dawn, a sense of connection begins to grow.

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Using simple language and familiar examples, the book shows that caring about nature doesn’t require grand gestures. It can be practiced in local parks, backyards, and schoolyards. This gentle approach helps young readers see themselves as part of the world they’re exploring, and it reinforces the idea that even small acts of attention and kindness make an impact.

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As with the rest of the What Does It Mean… series, curiosity and mindfulness are woven onto every page. Their examples give families and educators clear starting points for conversations about stewardship, place, and responsibility. Thoughtful prompts at the end of the book invite kids to reflect on their own relationship with the outdoors. It’s a lovely way to deepen understanding and spark ongoing care for the natural spaces around them.
 

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Best Blurb

“Caring about nature means spending time with the land and learning more about the history of our place."
 

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