Children have been showcasing their artistic talents as part of a scheme calling for global climate justice.

Youngsters from St James Church of England Primary School worked on a project called Creative for Climate Justice.

The project uses artwork and creativity to express feelings about climate change and its effects.

Children were asked to come up with creative ways of sharing their opinions about climate change and their hopes for the planet, including drawings, poetry, sculpture, or prose.

The initiative is a partnership between CAFOD, Christian Aid, Oxfam GB, Save the Children, Send My Friend to School, and the Royal Society of Literature, with support from The Climate Coalition.

The aim is to help young people raise their voices on environmental issues.

The children's work was displayed in a school exhibition on November 19, with local MPs invited to hear the messages from the students.

Liz Jarvis MP at the schoolLiz Jarvis MP at the school (Image: Supplied)

Guests were greeted by members of the school’s Christian Values Team, who guided visitors around the artwork, answering questions and providing information on the inspiration behind each year group's artwork.

As part of the exhibition, the school welcomed Liz Jarvis, MP for Eastleigh, for a private viewing.

Pieces from each school are also selected for a national online gallery and an exhibition in the Houses of Parliament to inspire MPs and ministers to take action.

Headteacher Michelle Marsh said: "This has been a wonderful opportunity to combine art with learning about the impact of climate change on our world. The children have had challenging debates about climate change and our individual responsibility in protecting our environment, for our benefit and for generations to come. Their work has certainly raised awareness in our community."

Tayla from Year 5 Brazil Class said "We NEED to stop climate change before our world dies!"

Liz Jarvis, MP for Eastleigh, Stated "We must do everything we can to protect our rivers and seas and to stop climate change."

A spokesperson from Josh Grear from Christian Aid, one of the charities involved, said: "The children’s work has been inspiring and varied, with a mix of challenging calls for justice, as well as some powerful and hopeful visions for a just and sustainable future. Their amazing creativity sends a loud and clear climate justice message to MPs and government ministers."

Creative for Climate Justice is open to all primary and secondary schools, further education colleges, and alternative provision providers in the UK.

The initiative aims to help young people raise their voices on environmental issues.

To find out more, visit any of the charities’ websites and look for the Youth and Schools section.