Search for Resources

The Fireflies After the Typhoon

Elementary, Middle

Description

This book by Anna Kuo explores the way people depend on the planet. It aims to provide a chance for adults to listen to the voices from our generation and respect the rights of children to speak for the Earth. It offers important insights on how to prevent and recover from natural disasters and how to peacefully live with the natural world. 

General Assessment

Recommendation of how and where to use it

This book would be a great addition to a lesson that aims to understand how human actions can impact the environment. The story speaks of the dependency relationship between people and the natural environment. 

The Voices of Future Generations Children’s Book Series provides a chance for adults to listen carefully to the voices from our future generations and respect the rights of children to speak for the Earth.

Relevant Grades and Subjects

The following tool will allow you to explore the relevant curriculum matches for this resource. To start, select a grade listed below.

  • Step 1Select a grade level
  • Grade 3
    • Step 2Relevant matches
    • English
    • Science
    • Social Studies
  • Grade 4
    • Step 2Relevant matches
    • English
    • Science
    • Social Studies
  • Grade 5
    • Step 2Relevant matches
    • English
    • Science
    • Social Studies
  • Grade 6
    • Step 2Relevant matches
    • English
    • Science
    • Social Studies

Themes Addressed

  • Air, Atmosphere & Climate (2)

    • Climate Change
    • Weather
  • Ecosystems (2)

    • Appreciating the Natural World
    • Habitat Loss
  • Land Use & Natural Resources (1)

    • Forests