We Are Water Protectors

We Are Water Protectors, written by Carole Lindstrom and illustrated by Michaela Goade, is a picture book inspired by Indigenous-led movements to protect water from pollution and pipelines. Lyrical text and sweeping, award-winning art celebrate the bond between people and water while introducing ideas of stewardship and resistance in a way young children can grasp. Homeschool parents use it for nature study, Indigenous studies, and Earth Day units, often pairing it with simple activism or outdoor activities. As a single hardcover, it’s a bit pricier than a paperback but offers enormous reread value and visual impact.