Hare, Tony

Contains two-page color illustrations for each of more than ninety mammals, arranged alphabetically from aardvark to wombat; including notations that identify and describe the various body parts, and information about size, coloration, classification, and features.

Describes the life cycles of 73 animals commonly found throughout the world. Includes such information as gestation period, weight at birth, when independent from adult care, and longevity.

Describes the physical features and behavior of over 90 mammals, including the elephant and polar bear.

Examines the causes and effects of air pollution and explores methods to combat this threat.

Examines how domestic waste is generated, the crises of overflowing landfills, contaminated water supplies, and the depletion of resources, and methods of dealing with waste, including recycling.

Examines the benefits reaped from the oceans and the damage that oil spills, metal poisoning, and sewage dumping cause.

Describes the greenhouse effect which may be causing the world to heat up, and discusses the use of alternative forms of energy which do not pollute the atmosphere.

Examines the ozone layer--a thin band of gases that surrounds the Earth--discussing its importance, the threat posed by pollution, and possible solutions.

Describes how nuclear waste is created and stored and how we safely dispose of this potentially dangerous material.

Discusses methods of recycling metal, plastic, paper, and glass, and why such conservation efforts are important.