Water for All (Earth Watch (Sea to Sea)) (Earth Watch (Franklin Watts Hardcover))
by Sally Morgan
Examines the different water sources in the world, how water is treated, and the problem of supplying clean water to the world's increasing population.
Where does the water we drink come from? This title introduces readers to the processes involved in treating and cleaning water. The cycle from freshwater sources to the tap is covered. Readers will learn about removing sediment and disinfecting water. An activity to help readers understand the concept is included.
A Smart Kids Guide to Marvelous Mountains and Beautiful Beaches
by Liam Saxon
Endangered Grassland Animals (Endangered Animals)
by David Taylor and J David Taylor
Join the Lorax to Help Save Energy, Water, and Protect the Planet
Alerts the reader to the dangers of surface water pollution and the global imperative to keep these waters fresh.
A superb series that highlights the plight of animals that are endangered or threatened by extinction. Each book examines the lifestyle of the animal and why it is considered endangered or threatened. The human involvement in the threat to these animals or their habitat is discussed, and the conservation efforts being made to avoid extinction are detailed. There is also further information on sustainable development and how the reader can become involved in saving the animals. Including a world...
Earth's Growing Population (Environment at Risk)
by Chris Reiter
"Provides comprehensive information on population growth and its effects on the environment"--Provided by publisher.
Una mano a la pata: Protegiendo los animales (Hand to Paw: Protecting Animals) (Spanish Version) (Time for Kids Nonfiction Readers)
by Jessica Cohn
Encourage readers to learn about the various animals that need help and what they can do to make a difference through volunteerism in this inspiring. Spanish-translated nonfiction title. Readers will discover different programs and organizations that work to protect animals, animal habitats, and endangered species through vibrant images and charts and informational text. Featuring a list of helpful and useful websites, this nonfiction title encourages readers to take part in animal activism in a...
Super Sharks (Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds)
by Ben Hubbard
Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 1-6 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary. Meet the super hunters of the sea in this photographic non-fiction book filled with facts about sharks. Green/Band 5 books offer early reade...
Based on a true story, Waiting for Ice follows an orphaned polar bear cub as she struggles to find food on Wrangel Island, far north in the Arctic Ocean. Left alone at ten months old, the young female finds herself up against other bears who are bigger and stronger than she is—and just as hungry. Due to rising temperatures, the bears are trapped on the island until the ice packs reform. Only then can they venture out to hunt for seals and whales, using the ice as life rafts. This poignant tale...
Geothermal energy makes use of the energy already present within the earth. This clean, renewable energy is growing in its technology and popularity. Readers will learn how it is harnessed, how it compares to other forms of energy and how they may get involved in this exciting growing field some day. Get ready for an Energy Revolution!
As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something - and starts by planting nine seedlings in her own backyard. And as they grow, so do her plans...