Earth in Danger

6 primary works

Farming

by Polly Goodman

Published 19 July 2001

Most of the food we eat is grown on farms, and there are many different kinds of farm in the world. This book tells you about factory farming as well as organic farming. It also helps you find out what tomorrow's farms may be like.

Settlements

by Polly Goodman

Published 17 May 2001

Everyone needs the things Earth can give us - such as air, water, shelter, food and energy. But we must learn to use these carefully, without harming the world around us. Our Earth is in danger - and we must make it safe for the future.

A settlement can be a big city, or tiny village. It can be a tent or a huge block of flats. It also helps you learn how big settlements affect the environment.

Energy

by Polly Goodman

Published 19 July 2001

The world cannot work without energy. We use it every day. This book tells you about power from the sun, and about getting power from wind and water. It also helps you find out about saving energy at home and at school.

Transport

by Polly Goodman

Published 17 May 2001

Everyone needs the things Earth can give us - such as air, water, shelter, food and energy. But we must learn to use these carefully, without harming the world around us. Our Earth is in danger - and we must make it safe for the future.

We use transport every day, to travel to school/ work. The majority of people use either a bus, car, train or bicycle every day. How does this affect out environment?

Rivers

by Polly Goodman

Published 17 May 2001

Everyone needs the things Earth can give us - such as air, water, shelter, food and energy. But we must learn to use these carefully, without harming the world around us. Our Earth is in danger - and we must make it safe for the future. This book tells you about the physical features of rivers; the people that live and work beside them; river transport; animals that live in or near rivers; and ways that rivers are becoming polluted.

Activity panels encourage children to get involved hands-on in finding out more information. Case studies provide essential real-life examples.

Coasts

by Polly Goodman

Published 19 July 2001

Most of the Earth's people live near coasts. Many animals and plants also make their homes here. This book tells you how coasts can be damaged or protected. It also helps you to find out how pollution and tourism are changing coastal life.