About This Book
The Carbon Diaries 2015 offers a compelling, diary-format narrative from the perspective of 16-year-old Laura Brown. Set in a near-future England where carbon rationing has been implemented to combat climate change, the story explores the profound impact on Laura's family and daily life. It delves into themes of environmental responsibility, societal adaptation, family dynamics under stress, and a teenager's search for identity amidst global upheaval. This book is ideal for middle schoolers (ages 10-14) who are ready for thought-provoking science fiction with strong realistic elements, sparking important conversations about our planet's future and personal resilience.
In 2015, when England becomes the first nation to introduce carbon dioxide rationing in a drastic bid to combat climate change, sixteen-year-old Laura documents the first year of rationing as her family spirals out of control.
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Discussion Prompts
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How do you think your life would change if carbon rationing was introduced today?
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What are some ways Laura's family tries to adapt to the new rules? Were they successful?
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Do you think the rationing system in the book was fair? Why or why not?
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How does Laura's diary format help us understand her feelings and experiences?
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What lessons can we learn from 'The Carbon Diaries 2015' about climate change and our own choices?
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