by Ruby Roth
North Atlantic Books
2009, hardcover
SKU: 9781556437854
That's Why We Don't Eat Animals takes a candid, compassionate look at the plight of animals on factory farms, using gorgeous artwork and lively text to introduce vegetarianism and veganism to early readers.
An endearing cast of animals is shown both in their natural state-rooting around, bonding, nuzzling, cuddling, grooming one another, and charming each other with their family instincts and rituals-and in the sad conditions of the factory farm. The book also addresses the effect eating animals has on our environment, rainforests, and endangered species. At the end, a section entitled "What Else Can We Do?" suggests ways children can learn more about the vegetarian and vegan lifestyles.
The boldest step yet in children's literature, this heartfelt, informative book offers a key resource to inspire parents and children to talk about a timely, increasingly important subject.