Classical and ancient literature worldwide incorporated ecological themes, whether nature writing or romantic poetry, portraying a time when humans and nature coexisted harmoniously and man’s impact on the environment was limited. However, modern society’s destructive actions towards the environment have led to a new wave of ecological narrative in literature, including fiction, poetry, and criticism. Additionally, the paper discusses climate fiction (clifi), a subgenre of eco-literature (eco-lit) that addresses climate change and global warming. Both eco-literature and climate fiction can play significant roles in eco-literacy by engaging children, students and readers of all ages in meaningful discussions and reflections on environmental and climate issues. Implementing eco-literacy in education is crucial for fostering environmental awareness and responsible citizenship.
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