endangered species

A collection of essays and activities, illustrations and discussion questions designed to teach students in kindergarten through eighth grade about the process of extinction and the role people play in the destruction and preservation of natural habitats.

Learn lots of amazing animal facts. Close-up photographs of several species.

Argues that many of the world's plants and animals are in danger of becoming extinct because of hunans' misuse of the earth's resources and describes the species which are most at risk.

Provides a biological description for each of the world's threatened species, and lists the conservation measures that are undertaken for them.

Presents 100 plants and animals now on the endangered species list.

Presents a collection of twenty essays that examines the issues associated with the possible extinction of many species of animal life around the world, and discusses the causes and steps that have been taken to protect wildlife.

Describes different subspecies of whales, explains how human actions have put whales at risk, and discusses the work of conservation groups.

"An examination of the endangerment and extinction of certain animals, exploring how wildlife in general affects Earth's biodiversity and balance, as well as how animals contribute to a healthier planet"--Provided by publisher.