conservation

"Readers learn about the threats that red pandas face. Special features map their range, show off their importance to their ecosystem, and highlight the threats they face"--Provided by publisher.

Learn where beavers live and how they are important to us and our environment.

"A map made of stars guides the sparrows way. . . . When they reach the city, light pollution masks the map and confuses the birds. One sparrow becomes seperated from the flock. A girl rescues the lost sparrow and decides to take action. She rallies a group of friends, and together they encourage people all over the city to help the sparrows. . . . Will the city be ready by the time the flock returns?"--Provided by publisher.

"This fascinating picture book tells the unique, quirky, and true story of how Elmo Heter saved 76 beavers from destroying a town in Idaho by parachuting them into uninhabited wetlands"--Provided by publisher.

"In 2015, a team of researchers carefully removed a plastic straw from a sea turtle's nostril off the coast of Costa Rica. The disturbing incident, which was captured on video, went viral, leading to corporate straw bans around the world. In this evocative book, the marine biologist behind the camera, Christine Figgener, recounts her own life spent studying and protecting sea turtles. Figgener describes patrolling the beach at night, swimming with turtles in the open ocean, watching tiny turtles emerge from sandy nests, and risking her life during tropical storms. We learn about her experience as a woman in conservation, a male dominated space where she struggles to be taken seriously. Through discovering the fascinating science of sea turtles and the threats they face today, readers will be inspired to live their own lives differently to ensure the survival of these magnificent creatures"--Provided by publisher.

"Tells the unique, quirky, and true story of how Elmo Heter saved 76 beavers from destroying a town in Idaho by parachuting them into uninhabited wetlands"--Provided by publisher.

"Thousands of animals are endangered. Scientists are working to save these species through captive breeding and releasing the animals into the wild. Young readers discover practical ways they can help animals in their community"--Provided by publisher.

"Wolves are vital to their ecosystems, controlling the size of prey populations so all life can flourish. Uncover the truth about this important keystone species, explore how wolves shape entire ecosystems, and learn what's at risk if these powerful predators disappear"--Provided by publisher.

"Ocean pollution is just one of many problems that afflict ocean animals. Readers learn how science is working to help cut down on ocean pollution and overfishing and to increase conservation efforts"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to corals and how they are important for the coastline and the ocean habitat.