pesticides

Kinjal and Kiya's dog disappears before their eyes. Then two enormous flying horses appear and insist on taking them to a place they have never heard of: the Sky Kingdom. The horses need their help solving a mystery: why the bees are disappearing, along with the nectar the horses need to survive. The twins must use Kiya's scientific skills and Kinjal's love of books and language to help the horses. Once there, they discover that the disappearance of the bees is more nefarious than they thought.

The pesticides used to produce many everyday foods cannot be seen with the naked eye, which may make them challenging for young readers to understand. This illuminating title will help early readers learn important information about what pesticides are, how they are used, and the harmful health impacts they can cause. In alignment with Common Core science standards, this enticing title also features a description of the food chain through which pesticides can travel. Additionally, it offers compelling fact boxes, a vocabulary-boosting glossary, and vibrant photos on every eye-catching spread. Empowered with the information in this book, young readers will be able to take some simple steps, such as avoiding where pesticides are being sprayed and washing fruits and veggies, to boost their lifelong health.

Explore crop sprayers, machines used on farms.

Scientists believe that the survival of bees is at risk. What has put bees at risk and should we care? Bees are responsible for pollinating about 70 of the 100 crops that feed 90% of the world. Without bees nearly half the world could starve. In this book, find out how scientists are working on ways to keep bees healthy.

A book about cultivating sustainable habits and understanding how waste affects the Earth.

"Antibiotics, pesticides, and hormones play a big role in modern agriculture. They help prevent disease and death and promote growth in animals and plants. Still, their use is controversial since they can also have negative consequences for our health and a negative impact on our environment. Readers find out how these three substances act both in agriculture and the environment, where to find them, how they affect health, and what to do to be as healthy as possible"--OCLC.

Enlightening main content, charts, and annotated quotes by experts shed light on the concept of sustainable living, while full-color photographs and informative sidebars show readers realistic changes they can make in their lives to protect the planet.

Presents facts about the effects of pesticides on the environment, health, and genetics.

Traces the life and work of environmentalist and ecologist Rachel Carson. Discusses her childhood, early interest in wildlife and the environment, education and research, writing of her well-known book "Silent Spring," and her lasting legacy. Includes a timeline and glossary.

Examines the use of pesticides, how they became so popular, the health problems they can cause, and how you can protect yourself against them.