Originally published in TEACH Magazine, April 2026 Issue
By Kelsey McCallum
Did you know that over 65% of Canadian and American students report feeling anxious about climate change, and 75% of youth worldwide are frightened for the future? Eco-anxiety is real, and kids are feeling it.
That’s why hope matters. When students see authentic, tangible examples of people taking action—young activists, scientists, and communities creating solutions and fighting against environmental injustice—the climate crisis stops feeling overwhelming and starts feeling solvable.
These 10 books help educate students about the science of climate change, while also introducing them to everyday people all over the world who are working towards a more sustainable planet—and inspiring them to do the same.
Kelsey McCallum is an Associate Editor for TEACH Mag. She holds a BSc from the University of Guelph and a Graduate Certificate from Centennial College. She currently lives in Toronto, ON, with her partner and their cat, Banksy.
