Green Machines and Other Amazing Eco-Inventions: A Dr. Seuss's The Lorax Nonfiction Book

by Michelle Meadows

Join the Lorax—Dr. Seuss's beloved icon of environmentalism—as he introduces readers to nine real, incredible eco-inventions and empowers children to think creatively in this rhymed easy-reader, which includes a fun brainstorming activity!

I am the Lorax,
and we’re here to celebrate
eco-friendly inventions
that people create.

The Lorax describes nine kid-friendly inventions from around the world that are helping keep our planet green! From a googly-eyed garbage eating machine to Living Seawalls to edible water "bottles" these amazing inventions will inspire children to think creatively about the world around them and take a fresh look at life's challenges!

Illustrated with bright, cheerful art and full-color photographs, Green Machines includes brief biographies on the diverse inventors included in the book, plus a brainstorming activity to encourage young readers to think like inventors. It's a perfect choice to nurture a love and respect for the natural world—as well as a love of reading and creative thinking!

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48 pages, Hardcover

Published March 5, 2024

About the author

Michelle Meadows is the author of many acclaimed books for children, including MOON GIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR: One Girl Can Make a Difference, MAXIE WIZ AND HER DRAGON, HOW TO LOVE A PONY, FLYING HIGH: The Story of Gymnastics Champion Simone Biles and BRAVE BALLERINA: The Story of Janet Collins. Michelle also contributed research and writing to BLACK BALLERINAS: My Journey to Our Legacy by Misty Copeland. Michelle graduated from Syracuse University with a dual degree in journalism and literature. She is represented by literary agent Rosemary Stimola of the Stimola Literary Studio. Michelle grew up in Washington D.C. and now lives near the beach in Delaware with her husband.

Website: www.michellemeadows.com

Reviews

[Read Ribbet · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Lorax character steps out of his Dr. Seuss book to introduce readers to nine inventions that are contributing to a greener planet Earth. Each invention is described in rhyme versus in a 2-4 page spread with photographic illustrations of the inventions. The book ends with a challenge to readers to look at inventors and their processes. Then the book encourages the reader to follow a step-by-step plan for developing their own inventions. Questions to considered are listed to help readers with the inquiry process. Each of the inventions are described more completely at the end of the book identifying the inventors of each by name. The book ends with a glossary of technical terms and an index to help use the book as a resource.

[Julie Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

With the Lorax as a narrator and a familiar rhyme scheme this book will appeal to some early readers. What I liked is the connection to design process and the simple text. Good introduction to creative problem solving.

[Abi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun book for kids who are interested in protecting the environment as well as in creating new inventions.