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The Environment
Louise Spilsbury, Rebecca Rissman
Paperback (Heinemann, Sept. 4, 2009)Why do people cut down trees? How do people pollute water? What is global warming? This series encourages geographical enquiry with an interactive, investigative, and visual approach to a wide range of core curriculum topics.
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Endangered Environments!
Bob Burton
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 1, 1996)Examines twelve different biomes around the world and some of the threats they face
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Special Environments
Min-hui Jeon, Seong-geun Muhn
Library Binding (Big & Small, Jan. 1, 2016)The world we live in holds jungles thick with trees, deserts covered with sand, and cold snow and ice at the North and South Poles. What plants and animals live in these special places?
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The Environment
William Dudley
Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, March 1, 2001)Discusses the environmental crisis, pollution, suburban sprawl, and environmental policy from a variety of viewpoints.
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The Environment
Michael Allaby
Hardcover (Gardners Books, May 31, 1996)None
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The Environment
Gerald Leinwand
Hardcover (Facts on File, Sept. 1, 1990)Surveys environmental problems in the United States, examines legal and social aspects of environmentalism, and discusses political plans in place to deal with the environmental decline
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The Environment
William Dudley
Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 2, 2005)Presents a collection of essays that discuss varying viewpoints on the subject of the environment, including the safety of pesticides, the severity of global warming, and the conservation of natural resources.
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Environmentalism
Lauri S. Friedman
Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Dec. 1, 2011)Inspired by the acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series, this series helps readers gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills by presenting a wealth of information on contemporary issues in a colorful, easy-to-read format.; ; In addition to pro/con articles, each Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints volume includes appealing features designed to help students understand the complexities of current issues: Full-color photographs, charts, graphs, and cartoons supplement t
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The Environment
Rosie Harlow, Sally Morgan
Paperback (Kingfisher, Oct. 15, 2001)None
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Your Environment
Brenda Williams
Library Binding (Raintree Pub, June 15, 1998)Discover how we can learn to look after the world around us, find out why bicycles and trains are better for the environment than cars, and how noise, dirt and traffic can change our surroundings. This book is part of a series which aims to start young children to focus on geographical themes.
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The Environment
Clay Farris Naff
Library Binding (Greenhaven, Feb. 24, 2006)Presents extracts and analysis of recent court decisions dealing with issues about the environment such as a citizen's right to protect the environment, wildlife management and economic interests, and the preservation of endangered species.
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WIE Environment
Peter H. Raven, Linda R. Berg
Hardcover (Wiley, April 30, 2003)Help is on the Web! There is more to Environment, 4e by Raven and Berg than what you see in this text. An enhanced book-specific Web site will help you further examine critical environmental issues. The Web site offers a variety of activities to help you succeed in your course and additional tools that will help you make environmentally responsible choices. Online resources include: * Environmental Debates provide the opportunity to learn about two sides of a contentious issue affecting the environment. * Activity Links identify the most useful Internet links related to the environment and present short exercises that invite you to use these links to increase your understanding of the material. * Take a Stand activities encourage you to think critically and carefully weigh the short- and long-term advantages and disadvantages of a particular position relating to an environmental situation. * Research Projects provide you with specific suggestions for topics, reading materials, research techniques, and activities. * Case Studies highlight key issues in environmental science and lead you to related Web sites for further information. * How to Make a Difference shows how to get involved in environmental issues and lists environmental organizations that you can join. * Student Lounge offers valuable study tips and writing tips that will help you get a better grade. * Quizzes and Essays test your understanding of each chapter with multiple-choice, true/false questions, and short-answer essay questions. You can email your answers and responses directly to your instructor.