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SDG Reading Lists

Curated books for children ages 6-12+ covering all 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals in English, French, Arabic, and Kiswahili

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Each reading list features carefully selected books that help children understand and engage with the Sustainable Development Goals. Click on any SDG to view the full reading list and share it on social media to inspire others!

SDG 1 Reading List - No Poverty
SDG 1

No Poverty

Books that explore themes of economic empowerment, equality, and ending poverty in all its forms.

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SDG 2 Reading List - Zero Hunger
SDG 2

Zero Hunger

Stories about food security, sustainable agriculture, and nutrition for all people.

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SDG 3 Reading List - Good Health
SDG 3

Good Health and Well-being

Books that promote wellness and good health for all, because every child deserves a healthy life

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SDG 4 Reading List - Quality Education
SDG 4

Quality Education

Stories celebrating learning, literacy, and inclusive education opportunities for all children.

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SDG 5 Reading List - Gender Equality
SDG 5

Gender Equality

Books promoting equality, empowerment of women and girls, and breaking gender stereotypes.

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SDG 6 Reading List - Clean Water
SDG 6

Clean Water and Sanitation

Stories about water conservation, access to clean water, and sanitation for all.

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SDG 7 Reading List - Clean Energy
SDG 7

Affordable and Clean Energy

Books about renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable power for everyone.

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SDG 8 Reading List - Decent Work
SDG 8

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Stories about fair work, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic development.

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SDG 9 Reading List - Innovation
SDG 9

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Books celebrating innovation, technology, and building resilient infrastructure.

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SDG 10 Reading List - Reduced Inequalities
SDG 10

Reduced Inequalities

Books promoting equality, inclusion, and reducing inequalities within and among countries.

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Honorary Books in Indigenous African Languages

SDG 1 Reading List - No Poverty
SDG 1

No Poverty

Books that explore themes of economic empowerment, equality, and ending poverty in all its forms.

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SDG 1 Reading List - No Poverty
SDG 2

Zero Hunger

Books that celebrate food security, sustainable agriculture, and the power of ending hunger for every child

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SDG 1 Reading List - No Poverty
SDG 3

Good Health and Well-being

Books that explore themes of economic empowerment, equality, and ending poverty in all its forms.

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SDG 1 Reading List - No Poverty
SDG 6

Clean Water and Sanitation

Books that explore the magic of clean water and sanitation for all and inspire actions towards hygeine

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More Reading Lists Coming Soon

Reading lists for SDGs 11-17 are currently being curated. Check back soon for more inspiring books!