thunberg, greta

"Discover the story of Greta, from her decision to skip school in favor of her one-person strike outside Swedish parliament, to her current role as a spearhead of an international movement. Follow her carbon-free journey across the world, where she met world leaders, addressed the UN and called out trolls. As well as this, understand her perspective on difference, such as her Asperger's being a superpower. This book not only shows her rise and outlines her campaigning agenda but also explains in clear detail what climate change is, the damage that is happening and what we need to do to ensure the planet is habitable and sustainable for future generations. Understand the science behind the climate crisis and our responsibility to the planet--a responsibility that has been . . . neglected by previous generations"--OCLC.

"Motivated by government apathy regarding climate change, 15-year-old Greta Thunberg held a demonstration that would ignite a global movement. Read more about Greta and the environmental movement that is changing the world"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the life and work of Swedish climate activist and environmentalist Greta Thunberg, and details how her solo protest became a global movement for action against climate change. Highlights the praise and criticism she has faced, and features the speeches she has given around the world. Includes color photographs, a timeline, and additional resources.

Written by a remarkable family and told through the voice of an iconoclastic mother, Our House Is on Fire is the story of how they fought their problems at home by taking global action. And it is the story of how Greta decided to go on strike from school, igniting a worldwide rebellion.

Explores the life and work of Swedish climate activist and environmentalist Greta Thunberg and discusses how her solo protest became a global movement for action against climate change. Includes color photographs, a timeline, and resources for further information.

"Meet the teenager whose school strike for climate change inspired a generation and led to the largest climate demonstration in human history. Greta Thunberg shows the power of young people-and she's just getting started"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg who started the 'School strike for Climate' movement.

"Greta lives in a beautiful forest threatened by Giants. When the Giants first came to the forest, they chopped down trees to make homes. Then they chopped down more trees and made even bigger homes. The houses grew into towns and the towns grew into cities, and now there is hardly any forest left. Luckily, Greta has an idea..."--Back cover.

An illustrated biography of child environmentalist Greta Thunberg.

When Greta Thunberg learned about climate change, she was deeply troubled. The young woman then took action. Through protests and outspoken speeches, she has taken the world by storm. Standing up to lawmakers has not been easy. Neither has living with an autism-spectrum disorder. These challenges have forged Greta into a strong teenager. This book examines her life story and teaches more about climate change through narrative text, engaging photos, and graphics. Readers will come away inspired to take action and be Teen Strong. At just 32 pages, Full Tilt Fast Reads help striving middle school readers build reading stamina and stay engaged with high-interest low-level content and dynamic topics.