Whole World is an eco-friendly children’s book that features the slightly modified lyrics of the song “He’s got the Whole World in his Hands” and is filled with colorful, imaginative illustrations by Christopher Corr on each page.  The included CD, with vocals by Fred Penner, features a bouncy, upbeat and easy-to-learn, easy-to-follow version of “He’s got the Whole World in his Hands,” and this version, quite frankly, made me think of butterflies, lakes and sunshine.    It’s perfect for playing while reading the lyrics in the book and singing along with your child… or by yourself, if you’re so inclined.

The visual and auditory fantastic-ness of Whole World is sure to engage your child’s attention, and there’s also a section in the book that teaches about the environment and steps that we can take to keep the world a happy, healthy place to live.  Green parents will be happy to note that this book is printed on “ancient forest friendly paper” and that a portion of the sales revenue generated is being donated to organizations devoted to environmental conservation.  To learn more about the organizations that will benefit from the sales of this book, click here.

If you have a toddler, Whole World is a great way to introduce her to being eco-conscious through memorable music and funky art.  Preschool and young elementary school aged children will be sure to enjoy the variation on a song they’re sure to be familiar with, and the educational benefit of this book is something they’ll carry through adolescence and beyond; and it will likely instill a further interest in the environment and global conservation as well as a sense of responsibility for those things.

I recommend this book to parents who appreciate the environment and its resources (as well as the early learning benefits of music and art) and would like to pass that awareness on to their children… and hey, just by buying a copy, you will be helping the environment.

To purchase Whole World, please visit Barefoot-Books.com or Amazon.

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