A Time-Life Planet Earth book. Contents: "God's Great Plow"; The Animated Life of Glaciers; Phantom Fleets of the Polar Seas; Pioneers in Antarctica; A Continental Laboratory; Magnificent Rivers of Ice; A Gallery of Ice-draped Mountains; Contrasting Worlds of Moving Ice; The Glacier's Far-flung Footprints; Tormented Migrations to Doom; Captain Scott's Gifted Chronicler
Where did humans come from? How did we become the most powerful species on the planet? Readers of this fascinating book are encouraged to explore these and many other crucial questions about our species. Amazing visuals and 3-D images help readers comprehend the remarkable history of human evolution. Theyll gain a thorough understanding of this intriguing concept, which is a key component of the science curriculum. Fact boxes highlight interesting tidbits of information that will draw in even reluctant readers. This innovative look at human evolution will be a valuable tool in any science collection.
Discover the most unique habitats in the world with these guides to Earth. Detailed information on the animal inhabitants of deserts, oceans, polar regions and rainforests gives a fresh approach to learning about animals. Each title is packed with fascinating facts about everything from Emperor penguins to cacti and camels – this series is a must for every young explorer.
With environmental issues such as global warming constantly in the news, this is a timely examination of how human activities impact Earth. With twenty graphic organizers spread over five chapters, this book presents a powerful documentation of how humankind's technological innovations in tapping Earth's resources have affected Earth's atmosphere and biosphere, as well as other species. It also looks at other concerns, such as species extinction and desertification.