The UK Government’ Build Back Greener Strategy aims to have the UK carbon net zero in 2050. I’m in my mid 50’s and there’s no guarantee I’ll be around to celebrate the achievement. However, by then my grandchildren will be in their 30’s and 40’s. They will likely be in a position to not only benefit from the initiatives but possibly to influence decisions about the build environment.
That’s why, when the GRO Marketing Team told me about their collaboration with Tales From Mother Earth to publish a children’s book which highlights the benefits of green roofing, I was instantly keen to learn more.
About The Book
The new book is entitled “Journey To The Green Roof”. It highlights the benefits of green roofing from the perspective of two very characterful beneficial insects. I won’t give any more away, but I have seen the first draft and I can confirm that the story is very compelling, highly empathetic and absolutely delightful. The characterisation puts me in the mind of Beatrix Potter – and we know how evergreen her stories are.
Author Jenny Bailey has successfully published three other children’s audio story books in the same style as “Journey To The Green Roof”. Phoebe the Bee helps children to understand how crucial biodiversity is to the survival of our planet. Spike The Hedgehog is an enigmatic little character who illustrates the challenges for wildlife in gardens. And Stanley The Water Vole highlights the consequences of allowing plastic to pollute our environment.
Introducing Phoebe the Bee and Spike the Hedgehog.
Image courtesy of Tales From Mother Earth.
Each book includes an audio recording, so that children can follow the printed words to help develop their reading skills. There are also puzzles and activities within the book to engage little ones further. And in Journey To The Green Roof, Dusty Gedge has contributed a series of ‘fun facts’ to help educate children (and adults!) on the practical benefits and the charms of living roofs.
I urge you to visit Jenny’s website to learn more about her books. Perhaps you could purchase one or two for the young people in your own life? www.talesfrommotherearth.co.uk
How To Get Involved With Journey To The Green Roof
“Journey To The Green Roof” is on track to be launched on World Green Roof Day, 6th June 2023. The author, along with GRO is offering a unique opportunity for GRO members to get involved. The hope is that through members’ sponsorship, GRO will be able to offer the book as a free giveaway to schools and community groups. Participating members will have their logo printed on the sponsors page in the book and can nominate a school or group in their area to receive copies.
I’m only a humble copywriter with a keen interest in green roofing, but I can picture myself now, sitting with a group of children in my granddaughter’s primary school, reading the story out loud and showing the children some of the plants that are mentioned in the book. I’d tell them about the green roofs to look for in our area. And I’d like to think that the youngsters will each take a copy of the book home to read with family members. Maybe they’ll also do some ‘green roof spotting’ while they’re out and about.
I’ll be sponsoring some books – will you?
Contact Chris Bridgman, Vice Chairman of GRO or Maggie Fennell from the GRO Marketing Board for more information and to find out how to sponsor “Journey To The Green Roof” for your local community.
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