Hyde, Natalie

"It is estimated about 150 million people around the world are homeless. What homelessness means, why people become homeless, and how governments and organizations work to end homelessness are some of the topics addressed in this detailed examination of a complex problem"--Back cover.

Describes the defining characteristics of an adventure story, discusses character, setting, plot, and theme, and explains how to write an adventure story.

Describes the defining characteristics of fantasy fiction, discusses character, plot, dialogue, and theme, and explains how to write a fantasy fiction story.

"The immune system is a large network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together, acting like a fort with guards to keep out risky viruses and bacteria and destroy invaders. Readers will learn how researchers are striving to improve the body's immune system to fight off disease . . . illustrations help readers visualize the immune system at work"--Provided by publisher.

"The average person takes 17,000 breaths per day. This . . . book examines the mechanisms that make breathing work and the diseases that make breathing difficult . . . illustrations help readers visualize the respiratory system at work"--Provided by publisher.

"The control and command center of the whole body, we wouldn't be able to breathe, have a heartbeat, avoid danger, or sleep without the nervous system. Find out what illnesses affect the nervous system and how medical research has advanced our knowledge . . . illustrations help readers visualize the nervous system at work"--Provided by publisher.

"Your digestive system is like a production line. Food, drinks, or pills travel through tubes, filters, and holding rooms, as body chemicals work to extract nutrients. This . . . book explores gut microbiomes, human waste, and how the digestive system identifies problems . . . illustrations help readers visualize the digestive system at work"--Provided by publisher.

"Taxing carbon emissions, which contribute to global warming, is one method governments are using to help decrease or control climate change. This informative title looks at the costs and benefits of this sometimes controversial tax and how different jurisdictions are implementing them"--Provided by publisher.

Climate change is one of the most serious threats to the world's oceans causing ecosystem damage, coastal erosion, and ocean acidification. This necessary title explores these effects and the worldwide efforts to reduce them. From youth leaders to global organizations, learn how people work together to protect the oceans from the effects of climate change--and get motivated to take action in your community.

Introduces readers to the location, history, wildlife, and other aspects of Prince Edward Island.