climate change

"This book explains the consequences of . . . climate change, from flooding of coastal areas to unhealthy pollution in urban areas, and how governments, businesses, and citizens can proactively work on limiting their use of greenhouse gases. International accords such as the Paris agreement of 2015 and the Kyoto Protocol of 1992 are also discussed"--Amazon.

"D.A. is more of a researcher than a storyteller, so she's naturally nervous when her parents sign her up to speak in front of a sellout crowd. But thanks to the Friz, D.A. gains inspiration from the greatest storytellers on Earth: glaciers! These mighty, frozen time machines guide the class through the Earth's last 10,000 years, and the . . . tale of the changes it has witnessed"--Amazon.

As our world becomes more industrialized, with new developing countries, expanding factories, and a growing global population, changes are happening to the air we breathe. In fact, those changes have been taking place over the course of many decades. This book offers an in-depth study of the history of the problem, featuring fast facts on air pollution and solutions for how we might make our air cleaner, healthier, and more breathable for the future.

A book for middle school students about exploring field investigations through science research projects.

A book for middle school students about writing and documenting work in different fields of scientific research. Includes prompts for projects.

From pingos and permafrost to animal adaptations and explorers, full-color spreads highlight the key features of this icy ecosystem.

From the Mojave to the Sahara and everything in between, full-color spreads highlight the key features of these dry regions that cover a quarter of Earth's surface.

A reference guide that contains alphabetically arranged entries, from abrupt climate change to desertification, about the science and history of global climate change.

Examines the Paris Climate Agreement, discussing its goals, positive and negative aspects, and impact on the future. Includes sidebars, a glossary, resources for further information, maps, and color photographs.

An illustrated introduction to pollution and the effect it has on the environment.