conservation of natural resources

Based on true events in India in the 1970s, young Aani and the other women in her village defend their forest from developers by wrapping their arms around the trees, making it impossible to cut them down.

Natural resources have supported life on Earth for over 3.5 billion years. However, many of the nonliving resources human beings use, including fossil fuels, will run out one day, and resources such as air, water, and soil, are in danger from human activity. Includes information about renewable resources, sustainable development, population growth, energy resources, and ecological footprints.

Describes fifty things people can do daily to help the environment, such as eating organic food, turning down heating, recycling, and not littering.

Looks at some of the ways in which kids can help save the environment, including not littering, cleaning up, making less noise, walking and cycling, and planting trees. Includes activities and a glossary.

Presents color-illustrated, step-by-step instructions for eight projects designed to conserve the earth's resources, including starting a compost pile, setting up a recycling center, and making a windmill.

Valerio the dragon and Allegra the unicorn are driven into hiding when humans begin to destroy the natural beauty of their land, but they receive hope when they befriend the daughter of the man responsible.

When dragons cut down too many trees, blow out too much hot air, and do other environmental damage, the future looks grim, but other animals advise them on how to mend their ways and save the planet.

A mouse discovers an extraordinary stone that can bring delight or disaster to the world. Halfway through, the book splits into two sections, each offering a different ending.

A small evergreen tree is adopted by a family at Christmas.

Photographs and simple text describe different ways to keep the earth clean including recycling, carpooling, turning off lights when they are not being used, and planting a tree.