Our Earth!:My First 4.54 Billion Years (Hb)

From the Earth itself comes a delightful history lesson in Our Earth!: My First 4.54 Billion Years. This lighthearted nonfiction picture book blends science with storytelling for curious readers, especially ages 4–8 and their grown-ups. With a warm tone and bright, kid-friendly illustrations in a sturdy hardback edition, it invites young explorers to discover how our planet formed, changed, and supported life. Written as the Earth speaking directly to the reader, Our Earth!: My First 4.54 Billion Years guides you through a concise, engaging arc—from the fiery beginnings of the planet to the emergence of oceans, continents, and life. Short chapters, playful visuals, and gentle explanations keep big ideas accessible, while touchpoints on geology, plate tectonics, climate, and evolution anchor the journey in real science. The experience is enjoyable because it feels less like a textbook and more like a friendly conversation with a wise narrator. In this book, the Earth itself becomes a storyteller you can trust and learn from. For storytime and independent reading alike, the storytelling, illustrations, and pace invite curiosity without overwhelming details. The content presents key concepts in bite-sized, memorable ways, turning learning into an adventure. Readers who love stories will meet relatable scenes and a sense of time that stretches across billions of years, while curious minds will pick up facts about the forces shaping our world and how life adapts through deep time. Earth narrator guiding a 4.54-billion-year journey Beautiful illustrations in a durable hardback edition Short, friendly chapters that make big ideas approachable Core concepts: formation, oceans, continents, fossils, climate, evolution Engaging storytelling that invites questions and conversation Perfect for storytime, classroom discussions, or gifting young scientists With the final page, Our Earth!: My First 4.54 Billion Years leaves readers with a sense of wonder about our planet and a growing curiosity to learn more. It helps children see science as an exciting journey they can continue long after the book closes, fostering care for the world they call home.