environmental protection

Describes scientists' efforts to counteract harm to the natural environment by using aggressive measures against problems caused by humans and that sometimes go against the natural world.

"While visiting her grandparents, who run whale-watching tours in Jamaica, Rocket sees first-hand how plastic is harming ocean creatures, and organizes a crew to clean up the local beach"--OCLC.

When his family moves from Tucson, Arizona, to Massachusetts, fifth-grader Ben has a hard time leaving the desert he loves, but when he finds a kindred spirit in his science teacher and ends up trying to help her with some of her problems, he finally begins to feel at home.

"Arlo escapes his abusive guardians on Earth through an intergalactic portal to the steam-powered planet of Pother where he joins a group who work to protect the planet's resources, giving Arlo a chance to discover his own self-worth"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an overview of climate change, discussing if humans are at fault for the rapidly warming Earth, and describes why climate change has recently become a political issue.

"Invasive species are taking over native plants' habitats. Common control methods are dangerous or impractical. Some people are now turning to goats as a nontoxic and versatile way to deal with invasive species. [This book] looks at the history of using goats to graze plants, why they work, and the research that's being done to learn more"--Provided by publisher.

In Wisconsin, as her adoptive parents open their lake cabins for summer visitors, twelve-year-old Annalise, abandoned as an infant and able to communicate with the lake, discovers a growing toxic algae bloom and teams up with her friends to save the beloved body of water.

A girl and a mermaid become best friends as they figure out how to enjoy their favorite things together, but when the shore becomes unsafe Mermaid must leave, promising to return.

"The story of an oil spill and its devastating effects on animals and the environment" -- Provided by publisher.

A young girl stands up for what she belives in and marches with with community for climate change awareness.