The ABC Kids Guide to Loving the Planet - Jaclyn Crupi and Cheryl Orsini
The ABC Kids Guide to Loving the Planet is full of bright, practical ideas to help kids take small steps that make a big difference. A lovely companion for our Planet Protectors and Zine Zone projects!
This cheerful little guide is packed with practical, bite-sized ideas for caring for the Earth. From building an insect hotel to starting a worm farm, each suggestion is easy to understand and inspiring for children who want to take action. The colourful illustrations and simple layout make it approachable, while the variety of activities ensures there’s something for every type of learner.
Many of the tips in this book connect beautifully to our Planet Protectors project. Learners can explore hands-on activities that link directly with science outcomes, such as observing mini-beasts, exploring composting, or learning about natural cycles. Some projects will need adult support, but that also makes this a great resource for shared family learning - a chance to explore environmental action together.
This book also makes a fun springboard for Zine Zone. Kids could create their own A–Z style zine, choosing one eco-tip (like “C is for Compost” or “R is for Reuse”) and designing it with drawings, collages, or short text. It’s a great way to combine creative self-expression with meaningful action.
With its playful format and practical ideas, The ABC Kids Guide to Loving the Planet is a gentle reminder that even our smallest actions can add up to real change - and that our kids’ creativity, care, and voices are powerful tools in shaping a brighter future.
Relevant Stage 3 NSW Outcomes:
Science and Technology K–6 (ST3-4LW-S): examines how the environment affects the growth, survival and adaptation of living things.
Geography K–6 (GE3-2): explains interactions and connections between people, places and environments.
English K–6 (EN3-VOCAB-01): extends Tier 2 and Tier 3 vocabulary through interacting, wide reading and writing, morphological analysis and generating precise definitions for specific contexts.
