A Civil Engineer Wrote a Children's Book About Our Planet — Here's What Mary Trudeau Wants Every Kid to Feel

Mary Trudeau spent her career as an environmental consultant and civil engineer working in urban hydrology and climate adaptation — and what she discovered in that work is that the technical solutions to our environmental crises are only part of the answer. The other part is awe. Her children's book A Tale of Two Planets takes readers on a journey through the interconnectedness of our world — not to frighten children about climate change but to inspire in them the gratitude and wonder for our planet that makes caring for it feel natural rather than obligatory. What she shares with Stacey Chillemi about why connecting children to the beauty of our world is one of the most powerful forms of environmental advocacy available, how her engineering background informs her storytelling, and what she hopes every child who reads her book will feel will give you the most unexpectedly moving and practically inspiring environmental stewardship conversation you have encountered. You cannot protect what you do not love. This episode is about teaching children to love it first. To explore the pages of this thought-provoking book, visit Explore more about Mary Trudeau's work at her website: Become a supporter of this podcast: . Follow The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi for weekly episodes on mindset, wellness, spirituality, and business growth—without burnout. Newsletter & resources: https://substack.com/@staceychillemi Watch & connect: • • Be a guest/sponsor: [email protected] • or Disclaimer: Educational only; not medical, mental-health, or legal advice. © The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices