Written by Daphne Mercer
Illustrated by Gerald Mercer

Softcover: 978-1-961905-42-9 | $12.95 $10.95 (August only)
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April 2025 | 32 pages | Ages 8-12 years

Categories: Juvenile nonfiction | Environmentalism | Fun things to do outside | Sustainability | Picture book for kids

For One Shared Earth is a children’s book that invites readers on a captivating journey to celebrate and protect our beautiful planet. Through lyrical verses and vibrant illustrations, this book highlights the wonders of Earth—from its vast oceans and lush forests to its skies filled with stars. Focusing on inspiring care for the environment, it’s the perfect introduction to global stewardship, encouraging children to dream big and take small actions that make a lasting impact. An accompanying activity book offers interactive exercises that challenge young minds to think critically about environmental stewardship, fostering a deeper understanding of how individual choices impact Earth’s ecosystems. Together, these resources blend storytelling with hands-on activities, nurturing a generation of environmentally conscious individuals. Ideal for families, educators, and young environmentalists, this series serves as both a fun and meaningful tool to inspire the next generation of Earth stewards.

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How to use For One Shared Earth in learning

Whether you are a teacher, parent, or librarian, For One Shared Earth is more than a beautifully illustrated children’s picture book about protecting the Earth—it’s a complete learning resource for inspiring environmental action in children. Perfect for classrooms, homeschooling, and Earth Day activities, it combines poetic storytelling with hands-on learning.

• Pair Storytime with Action – Read the picture book aloud, then invite children to take the My Earth Pledge and choose one sustainable habit—such as reducing waste, conserving water, or reusing materials—to practice that week.
• Connect with the Activity Book – Use the companion For One Shared Earth Activity Book for interactive environmental education. With activities on oceans, air quality, biodiversity, and global citizenship, it’s ideal for elementary students learning about Earth’s ecosystems.
• Inspire Creative Expression – Encourage students to create posters, poems, or art projects about their vision for a healthier planet, echoing the book’s theme of “Many Dreams, One Mission.”
• Integrate Across Subjects – Link the story’s environmental themes to science (ecosystems, water cycle), geography (“One World, Many Countries”), and language arts (acrostic poetry, riddles).
• Host a Planet-Friendly Challenge – Organize a “Choices for Change” week where children track daily eco-friendly actions, reinforcing sustainable habits in fun, measurable ways.
• Build Global Citizenship – Use the “One Earth, Many…” framework to discuss how small local actions—like planting trees or recycling—connect to global environmental impact, fostering empathy and responsibility.

For One Shared Earth is an eco-friendly children’s book that blends literacy, creativity, and environmental awareness, helping young readers become thoughtful stewards of our shared planet.