Reviewed by Asher Syed for Readers' Favorite

A Kid’s Guide to Climate Activism by Kimberly Haidinger educates young readers on the causes and consequences of climate change and empowers them to take actionable steps toward environmental responsibility. It explains how human activities like burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and overconsumption contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and global warming. The book introduces key concepts such as carbon footprint, composting, biodiversity, and climate neutrality while teaching the importance of aligning personal values like responsibility and kindness with sustainable choices. It talks about the negative impact of convenience, single-use items, and consumerism on the planet, encouraging children to reduce, reuse, and refuse. Additionally, it gives practical solutions such as eating plant-based foods, conserving energy and water, and supporting carbon sinks like forests and oceans. The guide concludes by motivating readers to take individual and collective action as climate activists.

A Kid’s Guide to Climate Activism, by Kimberly Haidinger, is a welcome breath of fresh air in the world of environmental education. The writing is clear and encouraging, offering young readers a sense of agency without oversimplifying important ideas. My children were quite excited by the suggestions, which is what really sets the book apart. It has the real ability to inspire meaningful action, and does so without relying on fear or guilt. It’s direct, informative, and genuinely hopeful. The handmade feel of the illustrations by Luna Hansen gives the book a warmth and creativity that make the ideas inside feel more approachable, almost like a 'zine' made by a passionate friend. This isn’t just a how-to manual; it’s an invitation. Kids are treated as capable thinkers who can reflect on their decisions and take small steps that matter. It’s the kind of guide that doesn’t talk down but lifts up. Very highly recommended.