Eco STEAM

". . . introduces young readers to the environmental impact of housing and building construction, the appliances we use, and the energy we consume"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers will gain an essential understanding about the consumer buying cycle and the problems that stem from it. Students realize that the ease of online shopping, reliance on machines in manufacturing, and access to cheap labor and materials in less developed countries create a dangerous cycle where money is more important than people and the environment"--Amazon.

"Young readers will learn about the hidden problems in our food supply, including the use of chemicals like preservatives and dyes, the poor living conditions for animals that enter the food supply, and the easy access to unhealthy options instead of healthy foods. After learning about these issues, students are encouraged by Test It! and Solve It! activities to think critically and consider potential environmentally friendly, sustainable solutions for the future"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduce young readers to the ways we get energy from the environment, from oil and coal to hydropower and solar farming. . . . students will learn about the problems with each type of energy production, then think critically about potential eco-friendly solutions for the future"--Provided by publisher.

". . . presents current agricultural problems that could impact our world in the future. By learning about things like deforestation, soil erosion, and decreasing biodiversity, students will understand sustainability and climate change .. ."--Provided by publisher.

"Introduce your young readers to the environmental issues that come with the rise of the large and busy communities of the city landscape. After learning about problems like overcrowding, sewage, and pollution from factories and transportation, students are encouraged through Solve It! activities to come up with sustainable solutions for the future"--Provided by publisher.