The Best New Children’s Nature Books: Announcing the Blueberry Award Winners
Looking for the best new children’s books to support literacy, nature connection, and environmental stewardship? Join the Natural Start Alliance and the Evanston Public Library on Wednesday, March 25 at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT for The Best New Children’s Nature Books: Announcing the Blueberry Award Winners, an annual live webinar designed as a practical, educator-ready resource.
The Blueberry Award, the first of its kind, is a literary award that honors outstanding children’s books that deepen young readers’ relationships with the natural world. For educators, librarians, and caregivers seeking high-quality titles that inspire curiosity and care for the Earth, the Blueberry Award list is a trusted, educator-tested tool.
In this live webinar, members of the Blueberry Award Committee—organized through the Evanston Public Library—will introduce the 2025 Blueberry Award winners and honors, share booktalks, and offer practical strategies for using these titles in classrooms, libraries, and outdoor learning settings.
In this webinar, you’ll gain:
- An overview of the 2025 Blueberry Award Winner and notable titles (books published in 2025)
- Booktalks on Blueberry Honor and Blueberry Changemaker books for younger audiences
- Librarian-led ideas for supporting literacy, inquiry, and environmental stewardship
- A curated list of must-know children’s nature books for your teaching toolkit
Whether you’re a classroom teacher, nature-based educator, librarian, or caregiver, this webinar offers inspiration and practical takeaways you can use immediately.