Hypothermia, dehydration, sunburn, the Arctic and Antarctic environments create deadly problems for human beings. In this interactive book, readers will encounter real-life scenarios in these harsh habitats.
Glaciers have been shaping Earth for hundreds of thousands of years. Readers will learn how to identify clues glaciers have left behind in their wake, such as mountains, valleys, and moraines.
Describes how global warming and greenhouse gases are contributing to rising arctic temperatures, and explains the repercussions and how it affects the animal populations that live there, which includes polar bears; and also details energy saving techniques.
"Did you know that water covers about 70 percent of Earth’s surface? All living things need it to live. Discover more interesting facts about this material.
"This title will teach readers about polar bears and where they live. It will also let readers know that polar bears are vulnerable to extinction due to poaching, habitat loss, and pollution"--Provided by publisher.
"An elementary exploration of glaciers, focusing on the geological evidence that helps explain how and where they form and spotlighting famous examples, such as those in Glacier National Park"--Provided by publisher.
