Focuses on the scientific, technological, and social impacts of plant and animal extinction.

Looks at the problems faced and the issues raised in order to keep the air clean and safe, from air pollution sources, such as industrial and vehicle emissions, to the regulations imposed by the Clean Air Act.

Covers a variety of topics on conservation, including the importance of protecting the oceans, rivers, lakes, and federal lands.

Examines the problems caused by the pollution of water, discussing threats to groundwater and drinking water, the dangers of phosphorous, oil pollution in the oceans, and the importance of small streams and wetlands to water supply.

Feeding the growing population is causing serious problems for the environment. However, people still need to eat. How can people strike a balance between using the land for food and protecting the planet? This accessible and age-appropriate main text provides essential information about this problem and potential solutions. Detailed fact boxes, a helpful glossary, and vibrant, full-color photographs add extra insight into this crucial topic that...

Throughout history, there have been many environmental disasters, such as oil spills, chemical catastrophes, and nuclear explosions, that were all caused by human actions leading to dire consequences for the natural world. Readers learn about the causes and effects of major environmental disasters through age-appropriate main text, interesting fact boxes, bright full-color photographs, and a detailed glossary. They also discover the process of cleaning...

Mining and deforestation help people obtain resources such as coal, gems, and wood, but these practices also contribute to environmental problems. Over time, these practices can affect the lives of humans, plants, animals, and other organisms. Readers are introduced to these negative environmental factors and are encouraged to think critically about sustainable living solutions to prevent further damage to the natural world. Additional information...

As climate change continues to affect the earth, issues such as ice caps melting and sea levels rising have been in the spotlight more often. These changes in geography negatively impact humans, sea creatures, and other parts of the natural world. Through the well-researched main text on this science curriculum topic, readers are exposed to these effects of climate change and what is being done to keep the problems from getting worse. A helpful glossary,...