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Gaia Warriors
A book on global warming like no other, merging key concepts with firsthand accounts from people of all ages who have found ways to help.
(Ages 11-14)
Inspired by the work of outstanding scientist and thinker James Lovelock and written by acclaimed author Nicola Davies, here is a book that takes a clear look at how and why Earth’s climate is changing and the ways we can deal with it. Its style is simple and its explanations are compelling, illuminating not only hard facts but also the opinions and potential solutions of scientists all over the world. But there are other voices too, those of people young and old — lawyers, food producers, fashion designers, scientists, rock stars, architects, conservationists, kids, campaigners, and more — who are trying to change the way they (and we) live on the planet. At once comprehensive and accessible, this galvanizing call to arms includes web links and resources that make it easy to join the cause.
Back matter includes an afterword, resources for further information, a glossary, and an index.
(Ages 11-14)
Inspired by the work of outstanding scientist and thinker James Lovelock and written by acclaimed author Nicola Davies, here is a book that takes a clear look at how and why Earth’s climate is changing and the ways we can deal with it. Its style is simple and its explanations are compelling, illuminating not only hard facts but also the opinions and potential solutions of scientists all over the world. But there are other voices too, those of people young and old — lawyers, food producers, fashion designers, scientists, rock stars, architects, conservationists, kids, campaigners, and more — who are trying to change the way they (and we) live on the planet. At once comprehensive and accessible, this galvanizing call to arms includes web links and resources that make it easy to join the cause.
Back matter includes an afterword, resources for further information, a glossary, and an index.
192 pages, Paperback
First published October 1, 2009
About the author
Nicola Davies
195 books188 followers"I was very small when I saw my first dolphin," says zoologist Nicola Davies, recalling a seminal visit with her father to a dolphin show at the zoo. Enchanted at the sight of what she called the "big fish" jumping so high and swimming so fast, she determined right then that she would meet the amazing creatures again "in the wild, where they belonged." And indeed she did--as part of a pair of scientific expeditions, one to Newfoundland at the age of eighteen and another to the Indian Ocean a year later. In WILD ABOUT DOLPHINS, Nicola Davies describes her voyages in a firsthand account filled with fascinating facts and captivating photographs of seven species of dolphins in action.
Nicola Davies's seemingly boundless enthusiasm for studying animals of all kinds has led her around the world--and fortunately for young readers, she is just as excited about sharing her interests through picture books. The zoologist's latest offering puts a decidedly quirky twist on her years of experience: POOP: A NATURAL HISTORY OF THE UNMENTIONABLE is a fun, fact-filled guide to the fascinating world of poop across species. "As a zoologist, you are never far from poop!" the writer explains. "I've baked goose poop in an oven with my dinner, looked at bat poop under the microscope, and had my T-shirt stained pink with blue-whale poop. I was obviously fated to write this book."
The exceptional combination of Nicola Davies's zoological expertise and her first-rate children's writing is apparent in her remarkable catalog of award-winning titles. Her first book with Candlewick Press, BIG BLUE WHALE, was hailed by American Bookseller as an "artfully composed study" offering "language exactly appropriate for four- to seven-year-olds and precisely the right amount of information." In ONE TINY TURTLE, Nicola Davies's clear, compelling narrative follows the life of the rarely seen loggerhead turtle, which swims the oceans for thirty years and for thousands of miles in search of food, only to return, uncannily, to lay her eggs on the very beach where she was born. The author's next book, BAT LOVES THE NIGHT, is a tenderly written ode to a much-misunderstood flying mammal, the pipistrelle bat, while SURPRISING SHARKS--winner of a BOSTON GLOBE-HORN BOOK Honor Award--contains unexpected facts about another one of the planet's most infamous animals.
When she is not off on scientific expeditions, Nicola Davies lives in a cottage in Somerset, England, where she is lucky enough to have pipistrelle bats nesting in her roof.
Nicola Davies's seemingly boundless enthusiasm for studying animals of all kinds has led her around the world--and fortunately for young readers, she is just as excited about sharing her interests through picture books. The zoologist's latest offering puts a decidedly quirky twist on her years of experience: POOP: A NATURAL HISTORY OF THE UNMENTIONABLE is a fun, fact-filled guide to the fascinating world of poop across species. "As a zoologist, you are never far from poop!" the writer explains. "I've baked goose poop in an oven with my dinner, looked at bat poop under the microscope, and had my T-shirt stained pink with blue-whale poop. I was obviously fated to write this book."
The exceptional combination of Nicola Davies's zoological expertise and her first-rate children's writing is apparent in her remarkable catalog of award-winning titles. Her first book with Candlewick Press, BIG BLUE WHALE, was hailed by American Bookseller as an "artfully composed study" offering "language exactly appropriate for four- to seven-year-olds and precisely the right amount of information." In ONE TINY TURTLE, Nicola Davies's clear, compelling narrative follows the life of the rarely seen loggerhead turtle, which swims the oceans for thirty years and for thousands of miles in search of food, only to return, uncannily, to lay her eggs on the very beach where she was born. The author's next book, BAT LOVES THE NIGHT, is a tenderly written ode to a much-misunderstood flying mammal, the pipistrelle bat, while SURPRISING SHARKS--winner of a BOSTON GLOBE-HORN BOOK Honor Award--contains unexpected facts about another one of the planet's most infamous animals.
When she is not off on scientific expeditions, Nicola Davies lives in a cottage in Somerset, England, where she is lucky enough to have pipistrelle bats nesting in her roof.
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June 24, 2020
This is intended as a call-to-action for young environmentalists. Educational and insightful, but in trying to appeal to a younger audience the tone sometimes comes across snarky and off-putting.
August 11, 2018
WOW! This book is for everyone to read! It's full of factual, fascinating and amazing information, and warnings about what's happening to our world - all related to climate change and its effects. Excellent visuals. VERY interesting and well presented material.
January 3, 2016
Extremely well written for an audience of 5th-9th grade students. In the first part of the book, the author clarifies what we know about climate change while also addressing common myths and misunderstandings. In the second part of the book, Gaia warriors are revealed--that is people who are striving to save the planet in noteworthy ways are being revealed. At the same time, these ideas are a call to action for the reader and many are within our reach of doing. These ideas are not the "same old" either. "Dressing for the climate," a two-page spread on one designer who is up-cycling used clothes for her fashion line is one example of the innovation discussed in the book. The layout and design of this book is fabulously appealing and engaging - with quotes, photos, diagrams, illustrations, etc. and a decent size print which aids the reader when the author describes complex concepts early on in the book. Across the book, you, the reader, meet lots and lots of young people, scientists, and activists and when you are done with book, you feel like you've met an entire world-wide community and hopefully, you're inspired. This would be a great book to read in small groups in the middle school science classroom or to adopt as a "book in common" at a middle school.
May 17, 2016
Full review with teaching tools: http://www.unleashingreaders.com/?p=9694
This is a text that takes the narratives of some global warming books and the information of others and combines them. I did not know what Gaia Theory was before this text, but now I know that it is the idea that we need to take care of our Mother Earth. “The Gaia Paradigm describes a productive confluence between scientific understandings of Earth as a living system with cultural understandings (ancient and new) of human society as a seamless continuum of that system.” Gaia Warriors is a text that shares why this idea makes sense, why it is up to us to make changes, and stories of those who have. I appreciated how it was set up with the climate change basics in Section One then the people stories in Section Two. It makes it even more inspiring because Davies makes sure you have all the facts before hitting us with emotional appeal.
This is a text that takes the narratives of some global warming books and the information of others and combines them. I did not know what Gaia Theory was before this text, but now I know that it is the idea that we need to take care of our Mother Earth. “The Gaia Paradigm describes a productive confluence between scientific understandings of Earth as a living system with cultural understandings (ancient and new) of human society as a seamless continuum of that system.” Gaia Warriors is a text that shares why this idea makes sense, why it is up to us to make changes, and stories of those who have. I appreciated how it was set up with the climate change basics in Section One then the people stories in Section Two. It makes it even more inspiring because Davies makes sure you have all the facts before hitting us with emotional appeal.
November 10, 2011
Want to save the planet? This book is perfect for anyone (though young adult geared) who wants to know more about climate change and what WE ALL can do about it. Produced on recycled paper and including pictures, varied font styles, and graphs, the book provides a wealth of scientific data, quotes from the players, and resource info (websites, etc). It's sad to me that the U.S. is not doing more. Even though the book is published out of the UK, the facts on world regulation and education in recent years (up to NOW) speak for themselves.
August 5, 2011
This was an excellent book. It missed being a 5 star because it simply didn't grab me by the throat and make me focus on the book. It is a series of interviews with people explaining climate change and consequences, but more importantly, what young people are doing today about it. Tons of web addresses and lists of organizations to look at or join. Really explains climate change in a way where everyone can understand it. Will review this review later. I'm tired and running late for work!
December 19, 2011
Wish I had this book last month, when the life science teacher asked for books on environmental stewardship. I had a few to give her, but am happy that I have this to add to our collection. Attractively designed, conversational and informative.
February 16, 2015
I wanted to like this but I found it too alarmist and there were no source notes, which is a deal breaker for me.
January 4, 2013
Excellent for discussion with the girls.
January 8, 2018
In the book so far I think it is an amazing book talking about climate change and saying what is it and why is it important.
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