Books in Headline Issues series

Water is one of life’s most basic needs. Some people turn on a tap to get the water they need. Others have to walk miles to reach the nearest water supply. Water for Everyone examines some of the major issues that people face, from problems such as water shortages during a drought to the water-borne diseases in dirty water supplies. This book also suggests some of the ways in which people can ensure everyone on the planet can get the water they need.

Some people fear that we cannot provide enough food for everyone in the world. Farmers are struggling to grow crops, raise livestock, and earn enough money to feed their own families. Is agriculture contributing to a world climate crisis? Should farmers grow biofuels instead of crops? Is organic the answer? Feeding the World examines these issues and many more. This book also suggests some of the ways in which people can help to reduce the global food crisis.

Water is one of life’s most basic needs. Some people turn on a tap to get the water they need. Others have to walk miles to reach the nearest water supply. Water for Everyone examines some of the major issues that people face, from problems such as water shortages during a drought to the water-borne diseases in dirty water supplies. This book also suggests some of the ways in which people can ensure everyone on the planet can get the water they need.

Power stations burn coal to generate electricity. Airplanes, buses, and cars burn oil for fuel. People burn natural gas to heat their homes. Fossil fuels make our lives much easier, but they are also causing a major problem―global warming. Energy for the Future looks at some of the alternative sources of energy―everything from biofuels and hydrogen fuel cells to nuclear, solar, and wind power. This book also suggests some of the ways people can work together to tackle the global energy crisis and slow down global warming.

Food scraps, plastic containers, glass bottles, and metal cans―people produce an enormous amount of waste every year. Where does all this waste come from? Where does it end up? Getting Rid of Waste answers these questions and many more―everything from the landfill problem to dealing with plastic pollution and toxic waste. This book also explains how we can all reduce the amount of trash we produce. All we need to do is to follow the four "Rs": Reduce, Repair, Reuse, and Recycle.

Power stations burn coal to generate electricity. Airplanes, buses, and cars burn oil for fuel. People burn natural gas to heat their homes. Fossil fuels make our lives much easier, but they are also causing a major problem―global warming. Energy for the Future looks at some of the alternative sources of energy―everything from biofuels and hydrogen fuel cells to nuclear, solar, and wind power. This book also suggests some of the ways people can work together to tackle the global energy crisis and slow down global warming.

Health means different things to different people. For some, being healthy means feeling fit and being able to lead active lives. For others, health simply means survival. Health and Disease examines some of the major issues that people face around the world. Find out about diseases such as cholera and malaria, which are devastating populations around the world. See how pollution and overcrowding are contributing to poor health. This book also suggests how people can take control of their lives to ensure a healthy future.