nature conservation

Presents the life and career of the environmentalist who has crusaded to preserve the Florida Everglades.

Reviews the history of the national park system, and looks at some of the issues facing parks in the twenty-first century, including pollution, visitor management, fire control, and others.

The story of the life and work of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, an environmentalist who worked to preserve the Florida Everglades. ..

An examination of the political and economic movements of environmentalism within the context of broader cultural forces using primary source documents.

Introduces the concept of animal extinction, examines the lives and habitats of the Florida manatee, discusses their status in the early twenty-first century, and looks at what is being done to save the species. Includes resources for more information.

Examines various aspects of the problem of endangered species and the importance of trying to prevent these plants and animals from becoming extinct.

Discusses the degradation or destruction of remaining wilderness areas on the Earth and possible ways to save them.

Describes how and why various species of animals and the tropical rain forests are threatened with extinction and discusses the importance of ensuring their survival.

Provides information about the history and purpose of such environmental groups as the Sierra Club, the Nature Conservancy, Greenpeace, and Kids for Saving Earth.