Book Review Here We Are Notes for Living on Planet Earth

This gentle guide to our world offers young children a beautifully illustrated introduction to planet Earth, from the land and sea to the sky and stars. Through warm, accessible language, it explains our place in the vast universe while celebrating the incredible diversity of people and places found right here at home. The book serves as a heartfelt welcome to life, making complex concepts about our planet feel personal and manageable for a preschooler's curious mind. It’s a soothing and visually stunning first look at geography and human connection.

What makes this book truly distinctive is its ability to balance cosmic wonder with comforting reassurance, making it an ideal choice for soothing a child's big questions about their world. The artwork is rich with detail and a soft, candy-colored palette that invites repeated exploration, while the narrative voice feels like a caring, direct conversation between author and reader. Families seeking a book that fosters a sense of global citizenship and environmental appreciation will find its message both timely and timeless. It’s the kind of story that cultivates empathy and a lasting sense of wonder about our shared home.