What Does It Mean to Be Green? - (What Does It Mean to Be...?) 2nd Edition by Rana Diorio (Hardcover)

About the Book

"A young boy and girl explore all the different ways they can be green over the course of a day. Drawing on two sides of your paper instead of just one. Walking to the park instead of getting a ride. Turning off the water while you brush your teeth. They discover lots of amazing facts-like how our food travels an average of 1,500 miles to be on our plate!-and realize there's so much they-and we-can do to help save our world! "Rana DiOrio's whimsical book teaches kids What Does It Mean To Be Green (Hint: It doesn't mean 'looking like a frog, or a pickle, or an alien.')? Kids will have fun learning to see how their everyday life makes a difference." -Parenting Magazine "A great book! Great for kids, great for families, and great for this planet we call home. It empowers kids and lets them know that they are part of a greater movement toward love of ourselves, each other, and the planet." -Lisa Renstrom, Past President, Sierra Club "Does a great job inspiring healthy, sustainable habits that kids can take with them through life to build a more sustainable world." -Damon Nagami, Senior Attorney, Natural Resources Defense Council "As this book makes clear, you are never too young to love the planet Earth and all she provides. Doing these little things can lead to the big changes we need to make." -Karla Olson, Director of Patagonia Books"--

Book Synopsis

Inspire eco-conscious habits early--with a joyful, actionable guide that shows kids how to care for the planet.

What does it really mean to be green? In this beloved, award-winning picture book, children discover that "being green" is about more than just recycling--it's about making thoughtful choices that help our world thrive.

From turning off the faucet to walking instead of driving, What Does It Mean to Be Green? teaches young readers that even small actions can create big waves of change. This updated edition features all-new illustrations and refreshed facts, empowering today's kids with simple tools to protect the Earth they love.

Ideal for readers ages 4-8, this picture book will help your child:

• Understand sustainability in simple, engaging terms tailored to early learners
• Feel empowered to make a difference, with practical, everyday steps they can take at home or school
• Build empathy and awareness for the natural world, other people, and future generations
• Develop responsibility and independence, with real-life actions that cultivate eco-leadership
• Connect reading with doing, thanks to back matter packed with facts, tips, and ideas for green living

Perfect for classroom libraries, family shelves, and gift lists, What Does It Mean to Be Green? is a conversation starter, a gentle call to action, and a celebration of kids' power to change the world.