Ecological Community

Ecological Community is the perfect guide to teach ecological fundamentals to children aged 6-11. The book enables children to realise their ability to solve a diverse range of problems they face, from the lack of a volleyball court in the neighbourhood to climate change. Sophia, Jack, Lily, Nick, Mila, Leo, and Nora are all friends living in the same neighbourhood where they want to open a cafe, but they need money for that. What can they do? They share things they do not need in their homes with those who need them, visit shopkeepers and cooperate with them, meet with staff in the neighbourhood who help, for example, the firefighters or the police officers, and they do not forget to play games! The book not only teaches the basic elements of ecology such as solar energy, recycling, and composting, but it also invites children to brainstorm so they can internalise those elements. This opens the door to creating a habitable world by explaining the basic principles of ecology. AGES: 6 to 11 AUTHOR: Ralph Weder, born in Berlin, completed his primary education in a forest school where he was introduced to the basic principles of ecology such as compost, mulch, and permaculture. Finally, he took a pen to his hand and a piece of paper and started to write children’s books himself. Interactive learning, events in nature, and inviting everybody into ecological activities, constituted the orbit of life.
Virginia Elena Patrone was born in Italy in 1985. An artist, author and illustrator, her works have been presented in various museums and galleries throughout Italy. She writes and illustrates books based on the present unknown and uncommon perspectives of life.