environmentalists

Describes the life of biologist and writer Rachel Carson, whose book "Silent Spring" sparked the environmentalist movement.

Looks at the waste that humans produce, from leftover food to broken technology, and examines the careers within the field of recycling.

Uses simple text and photographs to trace the life of Rachel Carson, who wrote about why we need to protect our environment. Includes a time-line, questions to think about, and a list of additional resources.

"Profiles conservationist, Rachel Carson, and her work to uncover the dangers of pesticides; covers Carson's inspiration, her methods, findings, and the impact of her work on the environment movement"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the life of the marine biologist and science writer whose book "Silent Spring" changed the way we look at pesticides.

Tells the story of environmentalist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai.

Presents a brief biography of the life of Rachel Carson, her love of nature and the sea, career as a biologist, and her role in advancing the cause of the modern environmental movement.

A firsthand account of the authors' efforts to win back the Hudson River from the grip of pollution, discussing the formation of Riverkeepers, the environmental organization that has helped restore the Hudson, and offering advice on how citizens can get involved in reclaiming the country's waterways.

Short-tempered environmentalist Twilly Spree, having sought retaliation against litterer Palmer Stoat by loading Stoat's Range Rover with a horde of hungry dung beetles, realizes he has hit the jackpot when he discovers Stoat is one of the movers and shakers in a plan to build a mall on a pristine Gulf Coast island.