Overview

Change is in the air. Power outages are increasing, and gas prices are soaring. At first, 12-year-old Luz balks, hardly thrilled by the prospect of actually having to walk to the mall. But Luz doesn't mope for long. After all, her name pronounced loose means light. Soon, this intelligent and spirited chica begins to understand that she must change with the times. As food prices rise, Luz decides to help create a more self-sustainable community by transforming a run-down city lot into a garden where she and her neighbours can grow their own fruits and vegetables. But when she solicits help from her friends boy-crazy Anika and computer-whiz Robby they think she's a little loco. Luz pedals her idea on the street, but the community is equally dismissive. Can Luz pull off her plan and help change her world alone? This graphic novel is a kid-friendly take on sustainable living in a fossil fuel dependent world. Preteens will love the fearless, fiery and resourceful heroine and will find inspiration in her efforts to steer her society toward self-sustainable living. Hip and energetic illustrations bring Luz and her world to life in a jazzy, appealing fashion, and a bonus chapter teaches kids how to make garden compost. AGES: 8 -12 TEACHING POINTS: Language Arts: Understanding Graphic Novels Social Studies: Cultures, Local & Global Community - citizenship/ urban communities Science & Technology: Physical Science - energy, Earth Science - Environment ILLUSTRATIONS: 4 colour

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A high-energy consciousness raiser, if not a practical guide to environmental issues and action. <b><i>Kirkus Reviews</b></i>

A high-energy consciousness raiser, if not a practical guide to environmental issues and action.--<b><i>Kirkus Reviews</b></i>

A high-energy consciousness raiser, if not a practical guide to environmental issues and action.--Kirkus Reviews

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Graphic designer and children's illustrator Claudia D?vila was born in Chile and now makes her home in Toronto. She was formerly the art director of Chirp and Chickadee magazines.Graphic designer and children's illustrator Claudia D?vila was born in Chile and now makes her home in Toronto. She was formerly the art director of Chirp and Chickadee magazines.

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