Gaia Warriors

Author:  Nicola Davies

Reading level:  Ages 12-16

Summary:

The Gaia Warriors is an enjoyable book about climate change for the next generation of eco-warriors.  The author is aiming at young teens because this book is for the future generations. 
 The book is divided into three sections.  The first addresses the fundamentals, the arguments around climate change. Next is a fascinating range of interviews with Gaia Warriors – people who are trying to change the way we use the planet. A small sampling of the interviewees reveals a stand up comedian, a pale climatologist, an eco-architect, an environmental lawyer, a sixteen- year-old U.N delegate, and the student who started Student Switch Off to reduce energy use in university halls of residence. Finally, there is an afterword from James Lovelock.

Review:

This book is simple and easy to read because the author is targeting younger readers.  It comprises of many basic facts about climate change in a fashion that readers at all ages will understand easily.

The book is written in a concise and humorous style that makes it very enjoyable to read.  I like the way the author includes interviews with different environmental conscious groups.  This opens up my view about what is being done about our environment and what I can do on my part to help the journey. 

One more aspect about the book that I love about is the graphs, diagrams, and photos.  This is very eye-catching and enticing to young children.  Over all, I think this is a great book to have on hand.