A Better World Is Possible: Global Youth Confront the Climate Crisis

Gr 7 Up–When it comes to the climate crisis and its global effect, some actions can seem too small to make an impact, some problems can seem too big to solve; so, what can one do? This title not only answers the “how can I help?” question many people face but offers readers a glimmer of hope. Through the stories of four teens and the insights of authors Subramanian and Novogorodoff, this book equips readers with real-world strategies to use for their personal crusades. This brilliantly illustrated graphic novel explores what our world is facing—climate change, and as research shows, an actual crisis. While it seems daunting, through the information that is provided through scientific and factual interludes, the reader can see how this all affects different aspects of life—from politics, to religion, to identities. The book does not come off sanctimoniously, but rather, affirms that change seems accessible and is not dependent on one’s age, one’s time served in the battle of climate change, or how much or how little passion one has about the issue. By allowing readers to see the interconnectedness of the issues that are being faced and how typical teenagers took small actions to build community and organize advocacy events on behalf of protecting our world, it is easy to understand the following quote: “Every single action is a raindrop. They flow together, becoming a force unstoppable as that of gravity. Remember that water has the power to cut through rock”. This would be a powerful addition to any collection, but especially to those that already house Taking Care of Where We Live by Merrie-Ellen Wilcox and Save our Forest! by Nora Dåsnes.