Hare, Tony

Describes the habitats of forty-nine animals commonly found throughout the world; demonstrates how the requirements of living in particular habitats lead to certain animal behaviors.

Examines the life-threatening changes in the natural habitat of a variety of animals and explores ways in which these endangered species can be preserved and protected.

Examines the origins of toxic waste, both in industry and the home, and explains what can be done to avoid some of its dangers.

Examines factors threatening various animal and plant habitats, such as pollution and depletion of natural resources, explaining what can be done to conserve and preserve the planet.

Examines the crisis the world faces as a result of rainforest destruction, suggesting worldwide efforts that must be made and some things students can do to halt this disaster.

Examines the cause and effects of acid rain, and shows how it can be prevented.

Explores the world's fourteen major ecosystems, describing the diversity and interdependence of plant and animal species. Includes foldout panoramas.

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.