habitat conservation

Recounts the story of the bald eagle's place in American culture and landscape, discussing how declining numbers of the birds spurred federal and environmental groups to take action to save the national symbol, and painting a portrait of the birds as they appear in folklore, mythology, and real life.

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.

Provides even the youngest readers with information about Earth, the changes in climate and its effects on the plants and animals, and what the readers can do to help preserve our planet.

Explains what habitats are and why they are important, and looks at what is being done to protect different types of habitats around the world, including forests, farmland, coastal areas, rivers, and others.

Presents an overview of the world's polar regions, examining the plants and animals that live in the frozen regions, and discussing why the habitats are endangered and what is being done to protect them.

Provides information about various animals and plants and their interdependence and suggests activities that can help protect and preserve them.

This book explains how, for centuries, people have been changing or destroying many natural habitats and how everyone can help look after habitats.

Examines real-life examples to explore the destruction of habitats of the wildlife and the ways in which people can reduce their impact on these homes in nature.

Tundras are found in the coldest places on Earth. This book explores the plants, animals, and environment of this important ecosystem. Learn more in Tundras, an AV2 media enhanced book.