We Carry the Sun
We Carry the Sun by Tae Keller, published by W. W. Norton, Incorporated on June 17, 2025, is a 48-page picture book that explores the historical significance of solar power. This book traces humanity’s reliance on the sun for light, energy, and sustenance, beginning with ancient settlements and extending through the Industrial Age to contemporary innovations. The narrative is both lyrical and informative, presenting a journey through time that highlights the evolution of solar technology.
Readers will find a blend of history and environmental awareness as the book encourages young audiences to envision a sustainable future. With vibrant illustrations by Rachel Wada, We Carry the Sun serves as a tribute to inventors and a celebration of our connection to nature. The themes of conservation and the importance of renewable energy resonate throughout, making this work a thoughtful addition to children’s literature focused on science and ecology.
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From the first human settlements to today’s modern metropolises, we have always relied on the sun for light, energy, and sustenance. We Carry the Sun traces the history of solar power from ancient south-facing villages to the Industrial Age and modern innovators; and from solar-powered steam engines to silicon solar panels.
Lyrical and informed, Newbery Medal winner Tae Keller’s debut picture book is also a timely call to action that asks young readers to imagine a brighter, cleaner future. Illuminated by Rachel Wada’s radiant, eye-catching illustrations, We Carry the Sun is a tribute to pioneering thinkers, a celebration of humankind’s relationships with the natural world, and a shimmering ode to the resource that sustains us.
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