Review | Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet by Barbara Dee
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Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet by Barbara Dee
2022 Publication Date: September 27
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Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet by Barbara Dee is a must-read for middle-grade readers and adults alike. With a relatable protagonist and an inspiring story, this book will leave you feeling hopeful about the future of our planet.
In her latest novel, Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet, Barbara Dee tackles the weighty issue of climate change with sensitivity and humor. Through the eyes of twelve-year-old Haven Jacobs, readers are taken on a journey of self-discovery as Haven learns to channel her anxiety about the planet into taking action in her community.
Not only is Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet an important book in best children's books for raising awareness about the environment, but it's also a fun and engaging read. Middle-grade readers and young kids will easily relate to Haven's struggles with anxiety and feelings of helplessness. And they will cheer her on as she learns to use her voice to make a difference.
The Power of Storytelling in Raising Awareness about Climate Change
One of the things that I loved most about Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet was the way that Barbara Dee used storytelling to raise awareness about climate change.
As a children's author, Barbara Dee has a deep understanding of how to use children's fiction and kids' books to educate and inform readers about important issues. And she does so in a way that is neither didactic nor preachy. Rather, she allows readers to come to their conclusions about the characters' motivations and the choices they make. This makes for a much more enjoyable and thought-provoking reading experience and will certainly win over a reluctant reader.
The Importance of Hope and Optimism in Times of Crisis
Another theme that I loved exploring in Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet was the importance of hope and optimism in times of crisis. Haven is initially paralyzed by her anxiety about the state of the planet and what she perceives as adults' complacency in the face of environmental catastrophe. But as she begins to take action in her community, she starts to feel hopeful again. And that hope fuels her efforts to make even more positive changes.
I think this is an important message for kids (and adults!) to hear right now. It can be easy to feel overwhelmed by all that is happening in the world today — from climate change to political divisions — but it's important to remember that every individual has the power to make a difference. A valuable lesson filled with opportunities for audience insights. As Haven shows us, even small acts can have a big impact when we work together towards a common goal.
Perfect for readers (and school teachers) looking for a beautifully written book that is both entertaining and informative... And will appeal to both young readers and adults alike.
A middle-grade novel that follows twelve-year-old Haven as she channels her anxiety about climate change into taking action in her community. It's an important book within the best children's books and children's literature to introduce children to raising awareness about environmental issues, and it's sure to inspire young readers to start making positive changes in their own lives.
So pick up a copy today and join Haven on her mission to save the planet!...
And, I'll meet you at the river, folks...✨😎✨
Pages: 302
Genre: Children's Books
Sub-Genre: Environment | Middle Grade
Reading Age: 9 - 13 years
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♡ Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC. I voluntarily chose to review it and the opinions contained within are my own.
BOOK SYNOPSIS:
Climate change is a hot topic these days, and it's only getting hotter... pun intended!
As the world around us burns, it can be hard to feel like there's anything we can do to make a difference. But hope is not lost! People are fighting for our planet every day, and kids are often leading the charge.
One such kid is Haven Jacobs, the twelve-year-old protagonist of Barbara Dee's middle-grade novel, Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet. Haven is just like any other kid her age — dealing with friendships, school, and boys. But she's also contending with something that most adults struggle with: anxiety about the climate crisis.
As her anxiety begins to interfere with her everyday life, Haven decides to channel her energy into something positive and rallies her community to save a local river as the annual school project by the science teacher starts to show some surprising results. Along the way, she learns that one person really can make a difference.
This book is perfect for middle-grade readers who are looking for the best children's books with a relatable protagonist and an inspiring story. It's also a great pick for adults who need a reminder that it's never too late to fight for what's right.
So pick up a copy of Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet today and introduce kids to how one young girl (or young boy) really can change the world!
If you love the emotional exploration of reading popular children's books such as Charlotte's Web or Where The Wild Things Are but without the magical world or magical land theme, you may find this to be a potential classic story to add to your bookshelf of must-read chapter books for younger readers.
BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION:
It's never too late to make a difference.
Small actions can have a big impact when we work together towards a common goal.
Hope is essential in times of crisis.
BOOK QUOTE:
"Balls were rolling... Wheels were turning... Just because I couldn't see those balls and wheels didn't mean things weren't happening... Good things..." — Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet by Barbara Dee
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