Award-Winning StoryWalk© Book “We Are One” by Dorna Schroeter
We're excited to share some wonderful news about one of the books in our StoryWalk© book catalog!
We Are One: A User Guide for Young Earthlings has been recognized as a Silver Winner in the Children's Illustrated/Fiction Ages 6–9 Years (Grades 1–4) category of the 2026 Nautilus Book Awards. The book has also been named a finalist for the 2026 Positive Impact Award, with recognition for both the book itself and its beautiful cover design.
As a company that designs and manufactures StoryWalk© signs, we're always looking for books that engage children, spark curiosity, and create meaningful outdoor reading experiences. We Are One does all of that—and now it's receiving national recognition for its impact.
Meet Earth as You've Never Met Her Before
In We Are One, Earth herself becomes the narrator, inviting young readers on a journey through her forests, oceans, deserts, and other incredible ecosystems. Along the way, children discover fascinating facts about our planet, learn about the plants and animals that share it with us, and gain a deeper understanding of how everything is connected.
The book doesn't shy away from important topics like pollution, climate change, and habitat loss, but it approaches them in a way that's hopeful, empowering, and age-appropriate. Instead of focusing on problems alone, it shows children that their actions matter and that even small choices can make a positive difference.
That's a message we love seeing displayed on StoryWalk© signs in parks, schools, libraries, nature centers, and community spaces.
A Perfect Fit for StoryWalk© Programs
One of the things that makes We Are One such a natural fit for StoryWalk© installations is that it encourages children to connect with the world around them while they're actually outside experiencing it.
As families walk from sign to sign, they can read about Earth's beauty while surrounded by nature themselves. Whether the StoryWalk© is installed in a park, along a school trail, or in a community green space, the book's message becomes even more powerful when experienced outdoors.
It's the kind of story that naturally sparks conversations about nature, conservation, and the simple things we can all do to help care for our planet.
Why These Awards Matter
The Nautilus Book Awards honor books that promote positive social change, conscious living, and a better world. Being recognized by the Nautilus Awards is a significant achievement and reflects the book's ability to inspire young readers while encouraging compassion and environmental responsibility.
The Positive Impact Award finalist recognition further highlights the book's mission of creating meaningful change through storytelling, education, and beautiful design.
We're thrilled to see We Are One receiving this well-deserved recognition.
Available for Any StoryWalk© System
While we're best known for our StoryWalk© signs, we also offer a growing catalog of StoryWalk© book sets for organizations across the country.
Our book sets are designed to work with our signs, but they're also available to anyone using any book trail sign system. Whether you're installing a brand-new StoryWalk© or updating an existing one, you can purchase our book sets in digital files, printed and laminated versions.
We're also proud to offer some of the most affordable Story Book Walk book sets available, helping libraries, schools, parks, and community organizations bring high-quality stories to more families without stretching their budgets.
Congratulations to the Creators
Congratulations to the author, illustrator, and publishing team behind We Are One: A User Guide for Young Earthlings on these exciting achievements.
We're honored to include this award-winning title in our StoryWalk© catalog and look forward to seeing even more children discover its inspiring message: we all share one Earth, and together we can help it thrive.
Keep an eye out for more books by Dorna Schroeter in our catalog! Her books, The Story of Velcro and The Story of Silk are coming soon!