"Through fun facts and engaging content, readers explore the plants and animals living in lakes and ponds, from fish darting about to dragonfly nymphs gestating in the shallows to algae and aquatic plants converting sunlight into energy through photosynthesis. Discover fun facts about the duckweed, water lilies, and cattails growing in and around the waters of lakes and ponds. It's a busy place!"--Provided by publisher.
Traces the history, geography, economy, and people of the state of Michigan, with information on important dates and events, plants and animals of the region, and the branches of government.
Outlines the history, physical characteristics, and behavior of small birds, and discusses how to care for them as pets. Includes full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.
An introduction to pet ferrets that discusses their physical characteristics, behavior, grooming, diet, habitat, and health, as well as their natural history.
Presents an overview of the issues that surround the debate over abortion; and discusses both the pro-life and pro-choice views, the history, legality, and possible common ground on the issue.
This book explores the pros and cons of issues such as nuclear waste, and the potential for accidents, proliferation, and economic costs when considering nuclear energy as an answer to Earth's environmental crisis.
