Keisha Jones is a Force of Nature!

By Author / Illustrator

Natalie Denny, Chante Timothy

Genre

Environment

Age range(s)

Publisher

Little Tiger

ISBN

9781788956635

Format

Paperback / softback

Published

01-02-2024

Synopsis

Brimming with ideas and passion, Keisha's determined to stamp down injustices and stand up for what she believes ... even if it does lead to a spot of trouble!

When Keisha discovers that the trees in a nearby park are going to be cut down to make way for a carpark, the Bee Squad has its next cause. It's time for some green activism to save the VITs ... that's Very Important Trees!

A funny and timely series featuring a strong, brave-hearted girl, perfect for fans of DAISY AND THE TROUBLE WITH..., THE QUESTIONEERS and LEONORA BOLT.

Reviews

Keisha Jones is a Force of Nature is the second book in the Keisha Jones series by Natalie Denny. Keisha Jones is an 8-year-old activist, with a passion for looking after and saving the planet. After learning about her Great Aunt Bee (a fellow activist), Keisha and her two best friends, KD and Paisley, set up Bee Squad in her honour. But now Keisha and Bee Squad need a new cause…

One night when watching the television Keisha sees the Mayor being interviewed for a new car park in the town, the only problem being 100 saplings and 50 trees are going to chopped down - Keisha and Bee Squad have their new cause! With support from Grandpa Joe, Bee Squad hunt down the Mayor to try and make her change her mind. With a few minor mishaps and some telling off; can Keisha and Bee Squad stop the car park from being built and save the trees?

I thoroughly enjoyed this story as I don't feel there are many books like this around for children to read about doing their part to help the planet. The story not only focuses on being able to help and support local communities but also World Environment Day and friendship. I look forward to seeing if there are anymore Keisha Jones stories in the future…

144 pages / Reviewed by Lauren Maidman, teacher