great lakes (north america)

For centuries, the Great Lakes have been important channels for shipping and trade. While modern technology and safety measures have made the lakes much safer for ships today, the often-stormy waters have resulted in thousands of shipwrecks throughout history. This captivating book tells the stories of some of these wrecks, such as the Edmund Fitzgerald, Argo, and SS Eastland. Engaging text explains how wrecks are found and what happens after their discovery. Vibrant photographs and informative sidebar information will capture readers' attention and encourage them to learn more about these underwater artifacts.

The story of how America's Great Lakes were formed by the shifting of miles-thick sheets of ice.

This children's fiction story is a tribute to the Native American women and men who have walked endless miles to draw attention to the condition of water.

The author provides an account of his experiences as a crew member on a tall-masted schooner during a six-week voyage through the Great Lakes,and discusses his other explorations of the lakes, looking at their history, geology, and environmental disaster and rescue.

"John Odin Jensen examines a selection of Great Lakes shipwrecks of the wooden age for a deeper dive into this transformative chapter of maritime history. He mines the archeological evidence and historic record to show how their tragic ends fit in with the larger narrative of Midwestern history"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes threats to the biodiversity of the Great Lakes and steps that are being taken to prevent further damage. Includes . . . facts and a 'Look at That!' special feature"--Provided by publisher.

Explores how the Great Lakes--Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario--were formed almost 20,000 years ago by a glacier in Earth's changing climate.

Follow along as a fictional researcher observes and makes journal entries about their field trip through North America's Great Lakes ecosystem. Outstanding photographs highlight the animals, plants, and people that inhabit the world's largest group of freshwater lakes. Simple graphs show facts about the lakes, and the final report describes efforts being made to preserve them.

Describes the plants and animals found in and around the Great Lakes, including sugar maples, salmon, and gray wolves as well as how they are affected by the people who live there.