Little Climate Champions This collection of books celebrates courageous children and teens who become champions for our planet. Through grassroots activism, scientific exploration, and imaginative adventures, these stories highlight the power of young children in combating change and promoting sustainability. Get started with these carefully selected books from the UBC Library. If you would like […]
Climate Books for Teachers and K-12 Students Listed below are selected books on teaching related to climate justice, as well as picture books, fiction, and non-fiction for grades K-12. Get started with these carefully selected books from the UBC Library. If you would like to find more resources on this topic look for more tips […]
History of Climate Science and Action Learn about the history of climate science, as well as the history of activism to protect our planet. This list includes historical books sharing initial discoveries about the atmosphere; key government documents that have shaped global policies; and stories of the impact of collective environmental action. Get started with […]
Environmental Racism This booklist explores the topic of environmental racism or discrimination with books from researchers across Canada and the US. They focus on the environment through the lens of people, communities, health, safety, and justice and illustrate how discrimination can cause disproportionate impacts in everything from how we think of our environment and ourselves, […]
Libraries are great places for quiet study, for group work and for finding books, but they are also places to inspire creativity and innovation. Spend some time at Woodward Library’s Lego table to add some play and creativity into your day. Located near the Great Reads book collection on the main level of Woodward […]
Black stories should be told all year long, and Black History Month is a reminder to remember and reflect on the contributions Black people have made both globally and in Canada.
Climate Voices of Colour This booklist features memoirs and nonfiction by BIPOC environmental activists, scientists and scholars – from young emerging leaders, to visionaries who have been raising the alarm about the climate crisis for years. Get started with these carefully selected books from the UBC Library. If you would like to find more resources […]