deforestation

An introduction to deforestation which threatens local wildlife populations, discussing why it is occurring and what efforts are being made to save the forests.

Discusses the ecology of rain forests, the problem posed by the present danger to rain forests, and possibilities for the future.

Examines what a rain forest is, its role in maintaining the Earth's ecosystem, and the causes and consequences of deforestation.

Describes northern, temperate, and tropical forests, the problems of preserving them, and their future prospects.

Examines the impact of deforestation on the environment, explains what deforestation is, and discusses ways to make safer choices to protect the environment.

Jack the yellow cab daydreams he is in the Brazilian rain forest and witnesses its destruction by excavators.

Examines deforestation and desertification, discusses the human impact on forests, and explores sustainable development and conservation.

Discusses the life and work of the Brazilian rubber tapper whose efforts to secure fair treatment for other tappers and to preserve the Amazon rain forests resulted in his murder in 1988.

Discusses the dangers of damaging or depleting non-renewable resources. Potentially sustainable solutions for the issues are presented, so young readers can become informed and responsible citizens for a global future.