In this picturebook, first published in 1971, Dr. Seuss shows how greed will destroy the environment, and how people can take responsibility to make positive change.  Relating the tale of The Lorax – a creature who foretells the disappearance of trees due to pollution – in Dr. Seuss’s trademark rhymes, this is a great introduction to environmental issues for children.

further reading…

• ThoughtCo’s review of The Lorax
• The Guardian: The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness
• The Children’s Book Review: The Boy Whose Idea Could Feed The World by Doris Wild Helmering