conservation of natural resources

Drawings and brief text reveal how an effort to preserve a wilderness area brought about its destruction.

This book, in question-and-answer format, describes where gold and gems are mined, why we need forests, why diamonds sparkle, and other questions about the Earth's resources.

Photographs and text introduce early readers to the concept of "living green," and discusses water, land, and air pollution; global warming; and other topics.

Contains practical ways in which kids can help save the planet including turning off water and becoming involved in the community.

President Theodore Roosevelt does not approve of cutting down living trees just to be used as Christmas decorations, but his two young sons try to sneak one into the White House anyway.

Explores the International Children's Rain Forest, what it is, the plants and animals that live there, why it is important, and what can be done to preserve it.

Ace and Bub stand up to nearsighted Captain Jo Jo and his crew of moles, who are stealing dirt from Beaver Island to make their own island home bigger.

Describes various ways both individuals and groups can get involved in helping protect the environment both locally and globally.

Describes the importance of Earth's natural resources and discusses how their misuse and depletion endanger life on the planet.

Photographs and text present the history of America's efforts to protect its natural resources by preserving wilderness areas, fighting pollution, and saving endangered species.