Counting in Green

"Illustrated with the simplicity, warmth and charm which Barroux is famous for, Counting in Green is an inspirational picture book, encouraging young children and their families to push for change and keep our planet safe and secure for all living things."

-- Sue Martin * Dolphin Book Blog *

"So much more than a mere counting book: this collaboration between Hollis Kurman, a climate activist, and Barroux, an award winning illustrator, presents - as the subtitle says - ’10 little ways to help our big planet’.

Barroux’s gently humorous illustrations are inclusive and work well with the straightforward text; and the final spread concludes with this challenge to young readers: how many ways can you think of to go green? That would make an excellent starting point to get a class of primary children thinking about this vital topic."

* Red Reading Hub *

"This is a bright, gorgeously illustrated book which gently encourages children to take care of the planet around them. It’s also an empowering book, showing children that even small actions can have a huge impact and make a difference to help save our perfect planet.  Not only is it a great simple counting book, but it helps to development empathy and eco-awareness in the young... 

The illustrations are exquisite – beautiful, bright spreads of colour showcasing the beauty and wonder of the natural world."

* Mini Travellers *

"A brilliant book that will appeal to the youngest of environmentalists and the generation who can really make a change!... Simple rhyming text is memorable and chant-able for readers to remember and make those changes in daily life... Barroux’s well loved style of illustration is beautifully matched with the text. I will be sharing this one with our youngest of readers in the library."

* My Shelves are Full *

"This book, with its charming illustrations, encourages young children and their families to push for change and keep our planet safe and secure for all living things. The endnote includes extra conservation information and useful websites for further exploration."

* Right Start Online *

"The great power of Counting in Green is the simplicity of its delivery. Each double-paged spread contains just one recommendation in sparse, perfectly-pitched language. Once that has been read, the fun, vibrant illustrations add a whole palette of other shades and context to the idea...

It’s a brave book too, and doesn’t hide away from the terrible reality of a hotter, stormier and ecologically-depleted planet. But, by providing a manifesto for earth-friendly living for children in Early Years and KS1, its central message remains one of hope."

* Just Imagine *

"A charming picture book suggesting ten practical ways to help the planet. A positive and simple introduction to the need for conservation for the very young."

-- BookTrust: Books We Love in August