Discover the invisible threads that connect our entire world.
From two award-winning creators comes a stunning picture book that reveals one of the most hidden wonders of the natural world: the journey of Saharan dust. A Gift of Dust is a fascinating exploration of how something as tiny as a speck of dust can have a global impact—from slowing down powerful hurricanes to nourishing the lush Amazon rainforest.
Follow the journey of an ancient catfish that becomes a fossil in Chad, West Africa. As the lakebed dries, the fossil turns to dust—but this is no ordinary dust. Carried by the wind across vast continents and over the deep Atlantic Ocean, these microscopic particles deliver life-saving nutrients to the "lungs of the planet."
With lyrical, awe-inspiring verse and breathtaking illustrations by a Caldecott Honoree, this story proves that everything on Earth is interconnected. What lived once sustains what lives today, and what will be born tomorrow.
Why we love this book:
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Award-Winning Quality: Named a School Library Journal Best Book of the Year.
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Science Meets Poetry: A rare blend of hard scientific facts and beautiful, rhythmic storytelling.
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Global Perspective: Helps children understand environmental science and the delicate balance of our planet’s ecosystems.
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Masterful Art: Features stunning visuals that capture the scale of the Sahara and the richness of the rainforest.
📢 Availability & Shipping
Now Officially Released! After being featured at the SCBWI Winter Conference on January 18th, this highly acclaimed title is now in stock. We are proud to offer this essential science book to our community of curious readers.
Book Details
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Themes: Earth Science, Ecology, History, and Interconnectivity
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Format: Hardcover / Full Color Illustrations
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Recognition: School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
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Recommended For: Ages 6–10, science lovers, and classroom libraries.
The Adoverse Selection
We look for books that change the way a child sees the world. A Gift of Dust takes a complex scientific concept and turns it into a beautiful, life-affirming story. It is a masterpiece of non-fiction that belongs in every growing library.
