The Green Literacy Handbook Inspire Environmental Stewardship Through Critical Thinking, Reading, and Writing, Grades K-5

Introducing Green Literacy, a way of teaching that cultivates critical thinking, reading, and writing about environmentalism through children's books and digital media. Students analyze multiple perspectives, engage in hands-on activities, and come to a deeper understanding of environmental issues. Supported through teaching models and thematic units, educators empower themselves and their students to develop environmental awareness toward sustainable change.

K-5 teachers can use this book to:

• Explore environmental justice issues using familiar stories and digital tools to spark curiosity and new ideas with reading, writing, and drama strategies for engagement
• Engage students with activities on weather, ecosystems, and how nature connects individuals and develops systems thinking
• Encourage students to see environmental issues from all angles to deepen their understanding and empathy and move them toward sustainable change
• Be empowered with seed ideas about environmental issues, including classroom engagement strategies and professional development opportunities

Contents:
Preface: What Is Green Literacy?
Introduction: How to Use the Green Literacy Handbook
Part 1: Foundations of Green Literacy
Chapter 1: Green Literacy Theoretical Foundations
Chapter 2: Green Literacy Practical Foundations
Part 2: Green Literacy Teaching
Chapter 3: The Model for Teaching Green Literacy Thematic Units
Chapter 4: Ten Insights Into Green Literacy Teaching
Part 3: Design Your Own Green Literacy Thematic Units
Chapter 5: How Landscapes Shape Us--Design Your Own Thematic Unit
Chapter 6: How Extreme Weather Events Impact Our Communities--Design Your Own Thematic Unit
Chapter 7: How Systems Thinking Changes Our World--Design Your Own Thematic Unit
Epilogue: Moving Toward Actions
Appendix: Common Core State Standards in Green Literacy Practice
References and Resources
Index