Environmental issues

"Readers explore the ways in which humans contribute to the problem of climate change . . . also learn how humans can work to stop this environmental crisis"--Publisher.

Discusses the environmental issues around agriculture and land use.

"Mining and deforestation help people obtain resources such as coal, gems, and wood, but these practices also contribute to environmental problems. Over time, these practices can affect the lives of humans, plants, animals, and other organisms. Readers are introduced to these negative environmental factors and are encouraged to think critically about sustainable living solutions to prevent further damage to the natural world"--Publisher.

An introduction to water, discussing where the world's water comes from, how to conserve water, and how we can keep water clean.

An introduction to recycling, showing what items can be made from recycled paper, metals, plastics, glass, and more.

Presents twelve essays on conservation issues and challenges, federal lands, the oceans, and lakes, rivers, and streams, answering such questions as why it matters if plants and animals go extinct, why volunteers look for frogs every spring, why the coral reefs are important to people and the environment, and why people need healthy rivers.

Presents an examination of the effects of global warming, and provides information on worldwide climate change, including the fatcors that contribute to this phenomena, from cutting down trees, reducing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, and the accumulation of other greenhouse gases.

Presents a comprehensive study of the effects of toxic chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, oils, and gasoline on surface water, groundwater, and oceans, and describes the steps that are taken to make the waters safe.