The Lorax
Dr. Seuss
Celebrate Earth Day with Dr. Seuss and the Lorax in this classic picture book about sustainability and protecting the environment!
I am the Lorax. I speak for the trees.
Dr. Seuss’s beloved story teaches kids to treat the planet with kindness and stand up and speak up for others. Experience the beauty of the Truffula Trees and the danger of taking our earth for granted in a story that is timely, playful, and hopeful. The book’s final pages teach us that just one small seed, or one small child, can make a difference.
Printed on recycled paper, this book is the perfect gift for Earth Day and for any child—or child at heart—who is interested in recycling, advocacy, and the environment, or just loves nature and playing outside.
Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.
Books featuring the Lorax
Dr. Seuss's Thank You for Being Green: And Speaking for the Trees
Would You, Could You Plant a Tree? With Dr. Seuss's Lorax
Would You, Could You Save the Sea? With Dr. Seuss's Lorax
Activities and educator materials for Earth Day celebrations!
Resources to get involved in your community!
Taking care of the environment is a very important job. There’s something for every individual and/or family to do! Below you will find tips on how YOU can help to protect the environment.
WALK, BIKE, OR CARPOOL
Park that car! If the weather allows it, explore the outdoors and walk or ride your bike to work. Enjoy the beautiful planet that you are working to protect!
If you do decide to drive, carpool! That way, you’ll limit your carbon monoxide emissions and get to spend some time with a friend!
REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE
Think before you print! Is there a reason you need a hard copy of a document? Or will an electronic copy be enough?
Cut down on what you throw away, and consider reusing items if possible (ex: reuse the sauce jar from dinner as a vase for flowers!)
TURN OFF THE LIGHTS
Try to utilize natural light as much as you can by keeping the blinds open and letting in the sunshine.
If there’s no one else in the room you’re in, make sure to turn the light off as you leave.
LIMIT YOUR PERSONAL WASTE
Use your own reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, rather than grabbing a disposable plastic bottle.
Bring reusable bags when going shopping instead of plastic or paper bags.
Additional Resources & Activities
kidsgardening.org → Kids gardening activities and resources
greenkidsnow.org → Environmental resources and projects for kids
kidsforsavingearth.org → Environmental resources and projects for kids
actionfornature.org → Recognizing kid-heroes for environmentalism
turninggreen.org → Environmental resources and projects for kids
onepercentfortheplanet.org → Environmental resources and projects
childrenandnature.org → Outdoor activities and projects for kids
rei.com → Outdoor activities and projects for kids and families
kab.org → Environmental resources and projects for kids
Environmental Agencies and Organizations
audobon.org → The National Audubon Society
nature.org → Global environmental nonprofit
fws.gov → National Fish and Wildlife Agency
edf.org → Environmental Defense Fund
npca.org → National Parks Conservation
sanctuaries.noaa.gov → National Marine Sanctuaries & kids club
Have other ideas on how you can get involved?
Email them to rhkidspublicity@randomhouse.com.
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