The Earth Book by Todd Parr, $10, Amazon

Throughout The Earth Book author Todd Parr explores taking care of the environment with phrases like, "I take care of the earth because I know I can do little things every day to make a BIG difference..." Made entirely from recycled materials and nontoxic soy inks, the book includes plenty of ideas — from planting a tree to reusing old items — for how kids can take care of their planet.

10 Things I Can Do to Help My World by Melanie Walsh, $9, Amazon

10 Things I Can Do to Help My World includes ideas for helping to keep the planet healthy, including turning off the water while you brush your teeth or using both sides of the paper when doodling.

Why Should I Recycle?, $6, Amazon

In Why Should I Recycle?, kids meet Mr. Jones, a teacher who shows his students how to separate trash for recycling by taking them on a trip to a recycling plant. At the end of the book, parents and teachers will find ideas for how to use the book for learning.

Biscuit's Earth Day Celebration by Alyssa Satin Capucilli, $4, Amazon

In Biscuit's Earth Day Celebration, lovable Biscuit the Golden Retriever celebrates Earth Day by helping to plant seeds and clean up the litter. If your child loves other books from the Biscuit collection, then this one is sure to become a favorite, too.

I Am Earth by Rebecca and James McDonald, $9, Amazon

James and Rebecca McDonald's I Am Earth ($9, Amazon) teaches kids about the basic concepts of earth science "while also encouraging the importance of taking care of our special planet through environmental awareness and sustainability," according to Amazon.

Heal the Earth by Julian Lennon, $12, Amazon

Heal the Earth , the second book in Julian Lennon's White Feather Flier Adventure Series, takes kids on a magical plane ride where they can visit cities to cultivate green spaces, learn how to give animals homes, and bring medicine to people in need. Not only do your little ones learn about saving the environment, but they see just how fun it can be to lend a helping hand.

Compost Stew: An A to Z Recipe for the Earth by Mary McKenna Siddals, $8, Amazon

If your little ones love to get their hands dirty and help with the family garden, then you'll want to snag Compost Stew: An A to Z Recipe for the Earth. They'll learn how to start a compost pile, what items are safe to include, and why composting is earth-friendly. Plus, it's a fun way to review their ABCs.

Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers, $14, Amazon

Oliver Jeffers, the author of the popular The Day the Crayons Quit, uses his fun, witty writing style to teach kids about the ins and outs of life on Earth with his Here We Are. Kindness and tolerance are the hallmarks of this book and, really, what more could we want for our kids' future?

Curious George Plants a Tree by H.A. Rey, $5, Amazon

Back at it with his lovable antics, Curious George decides he wants to lend a hand for the science museum's "Green Day," a day dedicated to recycling and planting trees. True to Curious George form, George finds himself in a number of tricky situations throughout Curious George Plants a Tree, but eventually learns what it means for a community to come together and make a difference.

One Tree by IKids, $7, Amazon

In One Tree, children learn how to respect the natural beauty of a tree, as well as all of the creatures that rely on it for food and shelter. According to Amazon, the book is made from 98 percent post consumer recycled materials and printed with eco-friendly inks.

The Earth and I by Frank Asch, $8, Amazon

Author Frank Asch details a colorful story in The Earth and I, highlighting the friendship of a child and their planet Earth. The two play together and listen to each other, and when the Earth is sad, the child learns how to make it happy.

It's Earth Day by Mercer Mayer, $3, Amazon

The popular Little Critter series follows its characters as they learn how to slow down global warming by relying on the 3 Rs: reduce, reuse, and recycle. Throughout It's Earth Day they learn about the importance of not wasting water or energy, and why planting trees helps to make the planet beautiful.

The Curious Garden by Peter Brown, $16, Amazon

Peter Brown's The Curious Garden follows a little boy named Liam who comes upon a struggling garden and is determined to take care of it. Colorful illustrations of the eventual lush, blooming garden show kids the importance of making the world greener, one garden at a time.

Olivia's Birds: Saving the Gulf by Olivia Bouler, $9, Amazon

Written by 11-year-old Olivia Bouler, Olivia's Birds: Saving the Gulf shows that one earth-loving child can make a difference. Bouler raised more than $175,000 for the Gulf Coast oil spill recovery by contributing more than 500 bird paintings to raise funds for cleanup. "Written in her own words, this unique introduction to backyard and endangered birds features Olivia's hand-drawn illustrations, bird facts, and full-color photos celebrating Olivia's campaign," according to Barnes and Noble.

We Planted a Tree by Diane Muldrow, $8, Amazon

We Planted a Tree features two families in two different parts of the world who each plant a tree. Throughout the book, children will witness the trees flourishing along with the families, showing how a singular plant can help clean the air, supply fruit and shade, and, of course, make the planet more beautiful.

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