environmental aspects

Explores what causes climate migration, and discusses solutions to address this issue. Includes color photographs, sidebars, an activity, a glossary, and additional resources.

"This book explains how plastics are ever more present in our oceans, lakes, and streams"--Back cover.

"This book examines how the energy that people use affects the environment, as well as what people are doing to make energy more Earth-friendly"--Provided by publisher.

"An insider's look at how the rise of "fast fashion" obstructs ethical shopping and fuels the abuse and neglect of garment workers"--Provided by publisher.

Due to their affordability, versatility, and relatively easy production, plastics are used in a variety of products of all different scales, from household goods to computers to airplanes. Advancements in chemical technology following World War I catalyzed innovations in the industry, with mass production beginning in the 1940s. Since the earliest days of production, environmentalists have questioned the sustainability of plastic, and voiced the potential risks of reliance on this synthetic material that has such a slow decomposition rate. Through the New York Times articles and media literacy terms and questions collected here, readers will explore the rise of plastics, the implications of the industry, and the environmental movement that arose in response, posing the question: is a plastic-free future possible?.

"This book examines how transportation affects the environment, as well as what people are doing to make transportation more Earth-friendly"--Provided by publisher.

"Everything is finally looking up for Flavie: her sister's been visiting, her relationship with Marco is... okay, but most of all, it's finally getting warmer! When it looks like winter might end, Flavie volunteers to assist on an university research project to find out if the temperature has been rising across the entire region. It's a good distraction from Marco, and the trip is exactly what Flavie needs, until she and the research team venture to the dangerous Free Territories, where the old reactor that started the nuclear winter remains"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at plastic and its environmental impact.

"Based on the viral video that set a movement in motion, this heartwrenching story of one turtle's rescue reminds us that even the smallest straw can hurt our ocean life--and that the smallest demand for change can grow into something big!"--Provided by publisher.

Explore the world's views on the topic of land use. Includes teacher notes.