Marée noire : L'histoire à l'origine du jour de la Terre

This true story of the first Earth Day, told from the perspective of a fictional child, will inspire readers of all ages to stand up for their planet.

Twenty million people across the United States made their voices heard on the first Earth Day.

Some went to celebrate the environment, while others protested and demanded change.

And so, a movement was born.

In 1969, Union Oil caused an oil spill off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, that would change the world. Dangerous crude oil from the explosion flooded the Pacific Ocean, harming wildlife and destroying habitats. This environmental disaster sparked a new wave of environmental activism that continues to this day.

Based on true events, *Oil Spill: The Story That Started Earth Day* follows Sam and her classmates in their fight. At first, Sam feels helpless watching her parents and neighbors try to clean up the oil spill, but as she becomes more aware of the situation, she realizes she's not the only one who cares about the Earth. Everywhere, people are motivated to take action, and a movement to protect and celebrate the environment is emerging.