Love, the Earth by Frances Stickley, Tim Hopgood
Published by Candlewick Press ISBN: 1536234125
Genres: Fiction in Verse/Poetry, Juvenile Fiction / Climate
Format: Picture Book Fiction
Source: MSL Book Review
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Love, The Earth is a beautiful rhyming story between the Earth and the young child reading it. Frances Stickley’s gentle words share how the Earth has taken care of humans and how all it asks in return is to be taken care in return. Through Tim Hopgood’s colorful illustrations,  the Earth presents its wonders. We see images of the Earth smiling benevolently upon the child in the book or appearing sad when it’s faced with trash and forest fires. The book focuses specifically on the relationship with the child, giving the book a heartwarming and intimate tone. The last page concludes with the Earth signing off, “With All My Love, the Earth.”

A great addition to any library collection, but especially for those who are sensitive to eco-anxiety. The message is less of a warning and more like an opportunity to connect with the planet we appreciate so much. For that reason, I recommend it for an Earth Day display or storytime.

Reviewed by Gia Pilgrim Charles, Patten Free Library, Bath