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Environmental Conservation & Protection

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Biographies

Al Gore: A Wake-Up Call to Global Warming

Politician Al Gore has lent both his voice and his political influence in the fight against global warming. His work and creative energy have earned him numerous forms of public recognition,… More →

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Life Science

Alone in the Arctic

When separated from his fellow scientists on the ice in the Arctic, Joe must learn how to survive in the harsh climate. Joe builds an igloo, goes ice fishing, and makes a few animal friends… More →

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Social Studies

Arbor Day

Arbor Day is held on the last Friday of April across the United States. Observers are encouraged to plant trees across the nation and remember the importance of forests and the environment.… More →

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High Interest

Ask an Expert: Climate Change

This book will give you expert information on what climate change means to us. From hurricanes to heatwaves, find out what you need to know about the weather today. Is Earth getting hotter?… More →

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Social Studies

Be the Change for the Environment

Caring for Earth is everyone's job! Readers will discover some of the different ways they can have a positive impact on the environment. From planting trees and eating locally grown foods, to More →

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Life Science

Big Challenges that Animals Face

Wild animals are facing huge challenges in the natural world today. Many are endangered - some critically. This eye-opening book shows how animals are being threatened by habitat loss,… More →

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Biodiversity Eco Facts

The huge variety of plants and animals that live on Earth is called biodiversity. As ecosystems are destroyed by climate change and human activity, plants and animals are becoming endangered… More →

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Science

Biogeology

Do you wonder about the planet we call home? Do you understand how plants and animals change Earth as they live and grow? In this book, learn all about biogeology and the study of how living More →

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Life Science

Biomass: Fueling Change

Did you know that some cars are run on fuel made from the oils from sunflowers and soybeans? Biomass: Fueling Change is an exciting new book that explores bioenergy, energy derived from… More →

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Animals

Bringing Back the American Alligator

The American alligator, which escaped extinction 65 million years ago, was nearly wiped out in the marshes and swamps of Louisiana and Florida in the last century. Today, they are thriving.… More →

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Animals

Bringing Back the Black-Footed Ferret

The black-footed ferret was once listed as extinct on the prairies of North America. Its population had been devastated by a disease that also reduced its main food source - prairie dogs.… More →

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Animals

Bringing Back the Giant Panda

The survival of the giant panda depends on the survival of its only food: bamboo. Habitat loss from the destruction of bamboo forests in south central China where they live made the giant… More →

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