Nature: Why We Need to Care for Our Planet (The WHY Files)

A thoughtful and inspiring look at our planet, told through stories kids can understand.

Nature is a beautifully illustrated nonfiction book for kids ages 7 to 11 that explores environmental protection through gentle, story-driven chapters. Young readers journey through forests, oceans, and everyday life to learn about biodiversity, rainforests, oceans, climate change, and how human choices affect the Earth. Using relatable stories, the book helps kids understand big ideas like balance, overconsumption, and ecological footprints in a way that feels hopeful and empowering.

Perfect for curious kids who care about the world around them, Nature encourages reflection, empathy, and action without feeling overwhelming. Lush illustrations bring landscapes and ecosystems to life, while the stories invite readers to consider simple ways they can help protect the planet in their own lives. Ideal for independent reading, classroom discussions, or family conversations, this inspiring book helps children build a deeper connection to nature.

Key Features:

• Winner of the 2024 California Reading Association Eureka Silver Award: Recognized for excellence in children’s literature and educational impact.
• Story-Based Environmental Learning: Explains complex ecological topics through relatable, age-appropriate stories.
• Covers Key Environmental Topics: Includes biodiversity, rainforests, oceans, climate change, and sustainability.
• Encourages Thoughtful Action: Helps kids see how everyday choices can support the planet.
• Perfect for Ages 7 to 11: Written for upper elementary readers ready to engage with real-world issues.

For more than 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children’s books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a love of learning in young minds. From novelty and board books to picture books, pop ups, and nonfiction, Albatros Media is dedicated to creating high-quality books that inspire imagination and discovery.

Joli Hannah, a children’s book author and publisher, started working with international publishers in 2000 to create children’s books, which over time she began writing herself. She is raising three children in a charming house in the countryside, and every night before bedtime, she reads or invents original stories for them. Joli works under a pseudonym, as she wishes her readers to perceive her through her stories and not through her image on social media. She loves life, people, and their stories, and was born and raised in an industrial city in Central Europe.

Amelia Herbertson is an illustrator known for her vibrant and colorful artworks inspired by her love of nature and botanicals. In her cozy, plant-filled studio, she works primarily with watercolor and gouache. Her quirky illustrations have been featured on stationery, home décor, and a range of trinket dishes for the homeware brand Anthropologie. In addition to her illustration work, Amelia enjoys gardening, watching cheesy eighties movies, and reading a book with a cup of tea. She is based in Sydney, Australia.