Books about nature for a screen-free summer
Our IBC Screen-Free Summer programme is here, and to kick off this exciting campaign, we've curated this fantastic, nature-inspired booklist, designed to gently guide children away from smart devices and back to finding joy in the outdoors.
With children’s fiction suitable for ages 1 to 9, this glorious list features diverse voices and characters so more children see themselves reflected in stories set in gardens, parks, forests, or even a library that’s home to a rather large, leafy guest!
Research shows that time in nature can improve children’s mental health, physical well-being and focus — yet opportunities for outdoor play are becoming less common in their everyday lives.
This campaign aims to change that, one story at a time. By swapping screen time for storytime, even for a short period over the summer, we hope children can slowly rediscover the thrill of outdoor play, connection with nature and real-world experiences.