Books in Environmental Heroes series

Grizzly 399 has quadruplets!"In a delightful tale about one of the most famous and remarkable grizzlies of all time - known as #399 - Sylvia Medina takes you on an intimate and sometimes harrowing journey of discovery into the life of a bear. Grizzly 399 reminds us why we need wild animals in our lives and how they depend on us to adapt to a rapidly changing world. The grizzly has no better friend than Tom Mangelsen, whose photos grace these pages. As #399 and her family give us joy, they and other grizzlies are counting on our respect and compassion to survive." -Louisa Willcox, Co-Founder of Grizzly Times, and Advocate for the WildGrizzly 399 by Sylvia M. Medina is a part of the Animal Environmental Heroes series from Green Kids Club(TM). Each story has beautiful illustrations by Morgan Spicer, photos, and facts about the animal or issue in the story.

Leo the baby elephant lives in the shade of the acacia trees in Botswana, along with his mother and his oxpecker friend Masego. The three are happy in their African home until tragedy strikes and Leo finds himself alone. When human friends rescue the young elephant, he isn't so sure about them...or his new home. Will he make new friends? Will he ever like grass better than milk? And will he ever get used to his new name: Molelo! Molelo the Fire Elephant is based on a true story about a young elephant's challenges and the importance of mankind's role in the protection of one of the most magnificent creatures on earth.

Water is a precious natural resource that we all must work hard to protect. As readers discover where the worlds water comes from, they also learn why we need to take care of it. Accessible text and fun fact boxes present this current conservation topic in a way thats easy for early learners to understand. As young readers explore the problems facing water supplies around the world, they also begin to see solutions, such as ways they can help conserve water and keep it clean. Vibrant photographs of water around the world make this an engaging learning experience.

Recycling is an easy way to help protect the planet. Young readers learn the basics of recycling, including what materials are most commonly recycled and how the process of recycling works. This valuable information is presented through age-appropriate text, including eye-catching fact boxes. Full-color photographs keep readers engaged as they explore this essential environmental concern. Early learners will become budding environmentalists, discovering for themselves how they can do their part to help the environmentone trip to the recycling bin at a time!

How does human behavior affect animals, and what can we do to help animals that are endangered? Readers find the answers to these and other important questions about protecting animals as they learn about this topical environmental issue. Accessible, age-appropriate text gives young readers a clear sense of why animals are currently in danger and what can be done to help them. Fun fact boxes provide additional information about animals and their habitats, and colorful photographs fill each page. The captivating presentation of such an important ecological topic is sure to inspire early learnersespecially young animal lovers.

Some people are skeptical about climate change. According to many scientists, this threat to the environment is real. Readers explore the ways in which humans contribute to the problem of climate change, but they also learn how humans can work to stop this environmental crisis. Eye-catching fact boxes, a detailed glossary, and full-color photographs enhance readers' understanding of this important science curriculum topic and how it connects to current events. The age-appropriate tone introduces this serious issue in an accessible way that encourages young readers to think critically about their impact on the natural world.

What is sustainable living, and how does it benefit our environment? These questions and more are answered in this volume about living an environmentally friendly life. Young readers will learn how to think critically about their own carbon footprint. They'll be inspired to use and re-use recycled materials, and choose renewable energy sources instead of fossil fuels. Interesting fact boxes, a detailed glossary, and bright, full-color photographs provide additional information about this essential environmental topic. Young readers who are passionate about environmental conservation are sure to enjoy this engaging resource.

Water is a precious natural resource that we all must work hard to protect. As readers discover where the worlds water comes from, they also learn why we need to take care of it. Accessible text and fun fact boxes present this current conservation topic in a way thats easy for early learners to understand. As young readers explore the problems facing water supplies around the world, they also begin to see solutions, such as ways they can help conserve water and keep it clean. Vibrant photographs of water around the world make this an engaging learning experience.