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81) Extinct wildlife
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
1997.
Language
English
Description
Deals with the reasons for the number of animal species that have become extinct throughout the world.
82) Land
Author
Series
Publisher
Thameside Press
Pub. Date
[2000]
Language
English
Description
Examines major environmental issues surrounding land, giving examples of attempts to solve global problems and sources for more information.
88) Population
Author
Series
Publisher
QEB Pub
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Easy-to-read text and up-to-date photographs explain the effects of population increases and the things people can do to slow down these changes.
92) The ozone layer
Author
Series
Publisher
Chelsea House
Pub. Date
[1992]
Language
English
Description
The ozone layer protects life on Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation but this protective shield is being damaged by chlorofluorocarbons and other pollutants that are now being generated on the Earth.
Author
Series
Publisher
Stargazer Books
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Discusses how tropical storms begin, how they move, and the destruction they can cause. The awesome display of power that is unleashed by many of the world's natural disasters has aroused both terror and curiosity for centuries. In this exciting series colorful illustrations, dramatic pictures, and clear, concise text introduce the reader to the history of these natural disasters, and look at their effects on the environment both in the past and today....
Author
Series
Publisher
Stargazer Books
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Discusses why droughts and plague happen, the damage they cause, and how they can lead to widespread famine. In Famine, Drought, and Plagues, find out why droughts and plagues happen, the damage they cause, and how they and other disasters can lead to widespread famine.
97) Famine weed
Author
Series
Publisher
Jump!, Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn why famine weed is considered an invasive species, how this herb has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about famine weed and how scientists work to control the spread. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers...
Author
Publisher
EDC, Usborne Publishing Ltd
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The climate crisis is real. It is already changing the world around us. This book will help you to understand how we know this to be true, and what effect it might have in the future. The good news is that we have a plan. But the big question still remains--will we choose to do it?"--Back cover.
Author
Publisher
Bushel & Peck Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Climate change: would you leave it to chance? In this interactive book for kids, young readers will learn about climate, how climate has changed throughout history, and the driving forces of the greenhouse effect. Using colorful illustrations, simple text, and research from trusted sources like NASA, NOAA, and the United Nations, [this book] outlines the causes of climate change and gently explores its consequences like rising sea levels, more extreme...
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