Celebrating World Book Day
This World Book Day, we’re celebrating the power of books to share knowledge, spark ideas, and inform understanding—something that Churchill Fellows do across every sector. From health and wellbeing to the natural environment, many Fellows have written, published, and been featured in books that bring fresh perspectives to some of the UK’s most pressing issues, inspiring change and sharing their expertise with a wider audience. Here are just a few:
When Words Are Not Enough: Creative Responses to Grief by James Edmonds (CF 2015) and Jane Harris
James Edmonds’ Fellowship took him to Mexico and the USA to explore ways to support parents coping with the death of a child. His book, When Words Are Not Enough, co-written with Jane Harris, explores the many ways bereaved families express their loss. Drawing on their own experience, James and Jane reflect on their journey ten years on, and how they have used creativity to navigate grief and maintain an ongoing connection with their son. The book also features contributions from 14 others who have also found solace through creative ways following the death of a loved one.
The Nature of Fashion by Carry Somers (CF 2023)
Carry Somers’ Fellowship examined how botanical fibres and dyes could help reshape fashion’s relationship with nature. Her upcoming book, The Nature of Fashion, weaves together history, culture, and sustainability, tracing the deep-rooted connections between plants and textiles. Exploring the role of little-known fibres and dyes, she considers how past traditions could guide fashion toward a more sustainable future. The book will be released in September in the UK and November in the USA.
A Creative Approach to Teaching Science Outdoors by Dr Sai Pathmanathan (CF 2016) and Dr Penny Fletcher
Science educator Dr Sai Pathmanathan’s Fellowship focused on making science learning more accessible for children through storytelling. Her new book, A Creative Approach to Teaching Science Outdoors, co-written with Dr Penny Fletcher, presents innovative ways to teach physics, chemistry, and biology in outdoor settings. Packed with hands-on activities – from using ‘racing leaves’ to explore movement to creating natural dyes for learning about the pH scale – it encourages children to think critically and scientifically. Designed to align with UK science curricula, the book provides adaptable lesson plans that work in any setting, making outdoor science both accessible and engaging.
Whether exploring solutions to social challenges or sharing personal stories, Fellows’ books are one of the ways they create impact, translating their learning into action.
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