Dear Earth...from Your Friends in Room 5
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020 · Est. 7 min read-aloud

Dear Earth...from Your Friends in Room 5

By Erin Dealey, Luisa Uribe (Illustrator)

Kids write to Earth, sparking a friendship and learning how to save the planet.

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32 pages· 813 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
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In Room 5, a group of curious kids write to Earth, seeking ways to protect their planet. To their surprise, Earth responds, igniting a monthly exchange of ideas and a unique friendship. As they learn about recycling and energy conservation, these young Earth Heroes discover simple actions can make a big impact. With each letter, they uncover new ways to care for the world around them. Will their efforts inspire others to join their cause? This enchanting tale invites young readers to become stewards of the environment, fostering hope and change year-round.

From the publisher

“A well-thought-out presentation of an important environmental message.” –KirkusWhen the kids in Room 5 write to Earth asking what they can do to help save our planet, they are delighted to get a letter back. This beautiful picture book is a celebration of every child’s ability to connect with the environment and make a positive impact.A monthly exchange of ideas between the kids and Earth becomes a lasting friendship in this affectionate story about how to be an Earth Hero, lyrically written by Erin Dealey and gorgeously illustrated by Dilys Evans Founder Award-winning illustrator Luisa Uribe.Young readers will learn about environmental conservation, along with simple things they can do to help care for the planet–like recycling and reducing energy consumption. There is even a reversible jacket cover that features a poster printed on the inside with twelve months of Earth Hero activities. These fun and interactive activities will encourage children to help protect our planet, not just in honor of Earth Day but year-round.Dear Room 5, Your letter arrived on the wind.A whisper of hope in the night.I’m thankful for helpers who care for their planet…

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
813
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~440L
Themes & topics
Books about student activismBooks about climate changeBooks about school projectsBooks about recyclingBooks about letter writing
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3
F&P level
~L
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
512026
Publication
Published
December 1, 2020
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780062915320

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