Greta and the Giants (Inspired by Greta Thunberg's stand to save the world) was written by Zoë Tucker and illustrated by Zoe Persico. Greta is a little girl who lives in a beautiful forest threatened by Giants. When the Giants first came to the forest, they chopped down trees to make houses. Then they chopped down more trees and made even bigger homes. The houses grew into towns and the towns grew into cities, until now there is hardly any forest left. Greta knows she has to help the animals who live in the forest, but how? Luckily, Greta has an idea. A section at the back explains that, in reality, the fight against the “giants” isn’t over and explains how you can help Greta in her fight.

Greta and the Giants is a lovely book. I have to admit that the first thing that drew me to the book were the colors and art style. I absolutely love the illustrations and bold colors that are used. I found myself paying more attention to the artwork and the details in it that the story during my first read through. In the first part of the book the text is almost lost in the corners, and easy to overlook. Once I slowed down and read the text I enjoyed the story, I only wish the giants in the real world were that easy to reach. The story is reminiscent of The Lorax for me, and I do not mean that in a bad way. My daughter loved The Lorax, and I could recite it for years after she stopped asking for it. The message that protecting nature is good, and that even if we are small and often overlooked we can effect change is something I have not problem telling and retelling. I liked that the story showed that we often have to come together just to get the attention necessary to be heard, but that it can be done. I love that the book included information in accessible terms about what is happening, and how anyone and everyone can do something to help not matter how small. I really enjoy the book as a whole and hope that it will reach the children (and adults) that need to hear the message.

Greta and the Giants is a delightful story, and one that just might help continue the efforts towards protecting the environment. What makes this book even better is that it has been printed sustainably in the US on 100% recycled paper. By buying a copy of this book, you are making a donation of 3% of the cover price to 350.org.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books for a copy of Greta and the Giants by Zoe Tucker. This is a story inspired by the work that Greta Thunberg is doing. Greta and her animal friends are upset at the destruction the giants are causing to the forest. They come up with a plan to solve the problem.

This book takes a big issue and breaks it down so even the youngest reader can understand it. The illustrations are beautiful. The book ends with information on the real Greta Thunberg and a list of things you can do and websites you can visit. This would be a great book for any young environmentalist.

Greta and the Giants is a children's picture book inspired by Greta Thunberg (but not authorized, licensed, or approved by her, per the publication information at the back). It is full of lovely, charming art, of Greta and her forest friends, and their growing and diverse crowd of human friends and supporters. It's apparently printed on recycled paper and 3% of the proceeds will benefit 350.org. 350.org is also one of the organizations cited in the further reading section at the end of the book, which is accompanied by an explanation of the origins of this story, Greta's real struggle, and a list of suggestions "you can do to help Greta." The story itself really mythologizes Greta's struggle, with nameless "giants" and a generic protest instead of a school strike, with talking animals and a happy ending--although it does retain Greta's signature yellow raincoat. Imagine a happy Lorax starring a girl with pigtails instead. It's a sweet, attractive book that could serve as a catalyst to important discussions with the children in your life, but I cannot imagine would be welcomed by anyone who is not friendly to the environmental movement. But if you believe in science, and want to encourage the children around you to do the same, this could be a valuable part of their early library, and help raise funds for related organization at the same time.

Thank you to #NetGalley and Quarto Publishing for letting me read an advanced copy of #GretaandtheGiants in exchange for my honest review.

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This was a book I really wanted to get my hands on and see how it all looked on paper. It's a book that I will definitely be getting for my daughter, as the whole book is about doing what you know is right, no matter what age you are.

Yes, it's a bit too nicely tied up (in real life it's become a lot harder to get the message to be taken seriously). But, it still gives us, as well as our young ones, hope that someday it might be a little better than it was yesterday. And, hopefully our future with be more brighter because of this book.

I know also, that a book can't do all of that and more, but it can keep leading our youth in the right direction. And, hopefully as many adults as possible, because we are the ones that can keep making change a reality. It all starts with us. Without the change we need and the funding for it, the future for our children will become as bleak as Greta explains in this book.

Yes, I'm an advocate for everything Greta and the saving of our world. But, that didn't affect all of my rating for this book. It really was done nicely, with well placed information about our global crisis in the back of the book, as well as really great illustrations. I'm glad to have been given a chance to read this and share it with my daughter.

***I received this copy from Frances Lincoln Children's Books via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.***

Greta and the Giants is a fantastic book based on Greta Thunberg's stand for climate change. The book shows a young girl, Greta, who sees the forest being ruined by the giants and the animals home being lost and so she comes up with a way to stand up for them and to ensure the giants understand how they're effecting the environment.

This is a brilliant book that shows very well how 'giants' are effecting the world we live in and changing the world around us. The story is a fun way for even the youngest children to learn about how we can help the environment and what effect our way of living now is having.

I like how the illustrations show contrasting environments, the colourful and happy look forest where all the animals live and the dark and dirty looking environment where the giants are taking over. This makes it really easy for children to see the good and the bad of the book and gets the point across well.

I like Greta as a character as she shows everyone that even if you are small you can still stand up against the giants if it's something you believe in and want a chance to make a change. The information and tips at the end are perfect to get children looking further into climate change and a nice way to end the book.

This is a great way for children to learn and understand a bit about climate change whilst showing them the effects our world as it is is having.

This book is a must have for our future generation! The illustrations were realistic and authentic. The story is inspired by Greta Thunberg. The story takes an exaggerated view of a large city with giants destroying the forest next door and ends with a beautiful collaboration of giants and children to save the forest. This book is a beautiful and easy to understand fable of how it takes only one person to change the world. With climate change as such an important and realistic challenge, this book is perfect for your kids bookshelf.

This is a really cute picture book inspired by the environmental activist Greta Thunberg. I wish we could have that happy ending too but sadly, people's greed are too strong to care about anything but profit. They don't really think about the future generations and the rest of the living things in the environment.

Nevertheless, just because some big companies contribute a lot to global warming (and don't care) doesn't mean that we, as individuals, can't change some habits to help reduce it. We should be better than them and start little by little until it becomes a part of us. We are over 7 billion and I'm sure that our actions, no matter how small, contributes to the greater good.

We need only start.

Thank you Netgalley for providing me with the digital copy for an honest review.

This wonderful story was inspired by real life events. A Swedish teenager Greta Thurnberg was wondering why despite all the scary facts about the climate change nobody was doing anything to stop 'the giants'/ goverments and huge businesses from destroying our planet. She protested next to the Swedish government building and was gradually joined by more and more people . Greta's actions inspired many people to start doing something real in order to stop the imminent climate change disaster.
The picture book uses an allegory of giants who have cut almost all the forest where little Greta lives to stand for governments and corporations, key players in our current environmental crisis. This beautifully illustrated story is easy to understand and follow even for very young children, and it carries a very important message: we have a serious problem which can only be solved if we act together.
In the book there is a happy end as the giants realize they have been causing damage to the nature by their careless expansion of factories. They completely change their lifestyle and gradually replant the forest to make it even more beautiful than it was before. In real life... we can and should make a diffrence. At the end of the book there are a few suggestions: learn and become more aware of what is happening, ask your caretakers/teacher help you get to a protest or write to politicians and decision-makers, use public transport and persuade your family to take a good look at your carbon print. Every little thing helps and if we start teachingour children that their opinion and their actions matter, perhaps there is a hope for us.
Thank you to Frances Lincoln Children's Books for the ARC provided in exchange for an honest opinion.

Greta and the Giants was cute. It was nicely illustrated and brings up great topics that need to be discussed more by all ages. I'm glad children have someone like Greta that is a part of their generation to look up to as a role model (and the rest of us!) to make us stop and think and consider our impact on the planet. Unfortunately, this book felt too 'fairytaley'. I know it's written for young children but it reminded me too much of the saviour thing that that Kendell Pepsi commercial tried to pull off. Greta is the face in the media so of course there are going to be stories about her and I'm proud of her and everything she's accomplished and still trying to accomplish but this particular story doesn't bring anything new to the table. I think it would be great addition for classrooms regardless.

“No one is too small to make a difference.”

Thank you to Quarto Publishing Group/Frances Lincoln Children’s Books for a temporary digital edition of ‘Greta and the Giants’, written by Zoë Tucker and illustrated by Zoe Persico, in exchange for an honest review.

This children’s picture book is a fable inspired by Greta Thunberg's stand to save the world. Young Greta lives in the forest and one day is approached by the animals of the forest, who are seeking her help to save their homes from the greedy giants.

It is beautifully illustrated and ends with text about the real life Greta Thunberg and her campaign to bring attention to climate change. There are practical suggestions of how its young readers can help Greta and a list of websites for further information.

This lovely picture book is a useful way for parents and teachers to introduce young children (ages 4-7) to the subject of climate change stressing a positive message.

Its print edition is produced on recycled paper and a donation will be made for each copy to 350.org, an organisation that is working with grassroots campaigns globally to reduce carbon emissions.

A beautiful illustrated book about a topic that young children should be made aware of - climate change and looking after our planet. The character Greta is likeable and you want to fight alongside her. The pictures are beautiful drawn and the story is not too long. It’s a good book to talk about afterwards to encourage children to think about their actions.

I applaud the author and illustrator for taking such a complex, yet crucial message and explain it in a way that small children can comprehend. Climate change is real and we can’t afford to ignore it. Greta Thunberg’s courage is inspiring and sets a wonderful example to kids and adults alike of how important it is to stand up for what you believe, even when faced with powerful, frightening giants.

I love the diversity of the characters in the book, both the protesters and the giants, because it helps to show how this affects everyone and how crucial it is to take a stand, together. If only the real giants would be as easy to convince to take responsibility and help the environment.

The drawings in the book are absolutely beautiful, vibrant and rich in color and with wonderful details, a feast for the eyes!

Greta and the Giants is a sensitively written and beautifully illustrated story for young readers by Zoë Tucker and Zoe Persico. Due out 19th Nov 2019 from Quarto on their Frances Lincoln Children's imprint, it has 32 pages and will be available in hardcover and ebook formats (ebook available now).

This is a sweet allegorical story with an accessible and appealing (and positive) message for children and their caregivers. I hope the positivity and denouement of the book version of Greta's mission has an equally good outcome in our real world. The story would make a superlative book discussion or circle read in a classroom, library, or home setting. There are discussion prompts and further reading links included in the back of the book.

The illustrations are lush, colorful, and well rendered. There are all kinds of small details which will encourage lingering over the illustrations and finding different details. It would make a good bedtime story selection as well.

Well done, quite beautiful and uplifting.

Five stars.

"This inspiring picture book retells the story of Nobel Peace Prize nominee Greta Thunberg - the Swedish teenager who has led a global movement to raise awareness about the world’s climate crisis - using allegory to make this important topic accessible to young children.

Greta is a little girl who lives in a beautiful forest threatened by Giants. When the Giants first came to the forest, they chopped down trees to make houses. Then they chopped down more trees and made even bigger homes. The houses grew into towns and the towns grew into cities, until now there is hardly any forest left. Greta knows she has to help the animals who live in the forest, but how? Luckily, Greta has an idea…

A section at the back explains that, in reality, the fight against the “giants” isn’t over and explains how you can help Greta in her fight."

And if you want to read about a REAL woman kicking ass, I give you Greta Thunberg!

Greta and the Giants is a beautifully illustrated story book about the difference that can be made when one person, in this case a child, protests, educates and makes change happen. It is loosely based on Greta Thornberg and there is a section on her and things that children can do at the end of the book. In the story itself, Greta is trying to get giants (corporations) to stop defiling the forest. As other join her a movement is born.

It is painful to think that young children need to know about climate change, but they do. This book, along with some follow up discussion, is a good introduction to a hard topic.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title in exchange for an honest review.

I liked the metaphor of Greta versus the Giants, but I felt that the book is a little too optimistic. Greta has certainly done amazing things and I like the suggestions in the back of the book, but particularly for U.S. legislators her pleas have fallen on deaf ears.

I received a free electronic copy of this children's book of ecology from Netgalley, author Zoe Tucker with art by Zoe Persico, and Frances Lincoln Children's Books, a division of Quatro Books. Thank you all for sharing your hard work with me. I have read this book of my own volition, and this review reflects my personal opinion of this work. I am pleased to refer this work to friends and family.

Greta and the Giants is a story based on the impact of Greta Thunberg on the understanding of climate change in our changing world, and what we can do to slow that down. The artwork is excellent, and the story brings to life the fight for the world our children will inherit.
Pub date Nov 19, 2019
Reviewed on Goodreads and Netgalley Nov 19, 2019.

This story about a young teenager out to save the trees that house many animals she does all she can do to protect the animals but the trees are slowly vanishing and the cities are taking over where the animals once lived. Greta will fight the giants to save the animals.

*Disclaimer: I received this book for free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

My son is almost three but is already curious about recycling and "naughty people" who drop litter. This book is the perfect story to introduce your child to the effects of climate change and is a motivating narrative to children who are already aware of what is going on. 

The illustrations are adorable and will grab both the child's and adult's attention whilst sparking a conversation about climate change and humans' effect on the environment. 

This is something that I will definitely be buying a physical copy of in order to share with my son and I would highly recommend that every parent buy this.

5 out of 5 stars!

As rich in colour as it is in hope, together Zoe Tucker and Zoe Persico have brought Greta Thunberg's incredibly inspirational story into the hands of young readers, by offering a magical twist to Greta's mission to bring awareness to the current climate crisis our earth faces.