Fire Shapes The World eBook

A nuanced portrayal of fire as a force to be respected.Publishers WeeklyLife as we know it evolved with fire; there is no us without it.With lyrical text grounded in the latest research,this picture book shares the primal connection between all living things and fire.Children will understand that fire has the capability to both destroy and create, and that everything they know in the world has evolved with fire.There is comfort in understanding the natural processes taking place all around.By learning the story of fire and how it has changed this planet, this book also addresses the question:Can people adapt to an increasingly fire-prone environment? This answer is: Yes. Because we always have.With proper care and thoughtful planning, fire can be a benefit to Earth. We can learn from the past to help create our future. Through understanding, we will thrive.FIRE SHAPES THE WORLD is an encouraging springboard for conversation illuminated by breathtaking paintings, and it will allow children to explore their connection to this most elemental agent of change.