Families who loved Eyes Wide Open: Going Behind the Environmental Headlines by Paul Fleischman often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your teenager begins questioning the media headlines they see on social media or expresses a cynical view of climate change politics. This is not just another book of nature facts, it is a tool kit for critical thinking. Paul Fleischman helps young readers move beyond the feeling of being overwhelmed by explaining the deep-seated psychological and political reasons why people resist environmental change. By exploring concepts like vested interests and denial, the book empowers teens to see through the noise. It is a sophisticated, age-appropriate guide that treats teens like the future leaders they are, focusing on understanding the world rather than just worrying about it. It turns climate anxiety into a project of intellectual discovery.
