“A cosy picture book to get your child wondering about our world and what little actions can have a big difference for the environment.”

Counting in Green

What can we do when Mother Earth needs our help? Come find out!

‘Counting in Green: Ten Little Ways to Help Our Big Planet’ (Otter-Barry Books), illustrated by Barroux, published March 2023 in the UK (see country editions).
From one to ten we’re counting green…

Available internationally at Otter-Barry Books, Amazon and other booksellers.

Illustrations by Barroux

From one new tree and two breezy bicycle wheels to seven beach pick-ups, nine wild flowers and ten friendly neighbors, follow a group of children as they discover how every small action can make a big difference and help to save our Earth.

This positive and simple introduction to the vital need for conservation for young children is illustrated with the simplicity, warmth and charm which Barroux is famous for.

Counting in Green is an inspirational picture book, encouraging young children and their families to push for change and keep our planet safe and secure for all living things.

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Readings, activities & extras

Bilingual French-English reading & interview Counting in Green
Unboxing Counting in Green
 
Hollis does a book reading in french
Book trailer by Barroux
Hollis introduces Counting in Green
Activities for children
Activities for school and home
Q&A on Counting in Green
Q&A with Hollis Kurman on Counting in Green

Credits: illustrator Barroux and UK publisher Otter-Barry Books.

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Country Editions

🇬🇧 UK edition

Published
16 March 2023

🇺🇸 US edition

Published
1 ​August 2023

🇫🇷 FR edition

Published
​17 February 2023

🇮🇹 IT edition

Published
​18 July 2023

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