Books in Protecting Our Planet series

Frequent photographs in the news of oil-coated wildlife and massive floating trash islands offer an ugly glimpse of the sort of pollution we have unleashed in Earths oceans. Young readers and budding environmentalists can dig deeper into the topic and explore some of the ways that people can prevent future pollution and clean up the messes humans have made. The included sidebars stimulate further interest in this very serious issue.

More than ever, we need to think about the ways our actions affect the environment. This exciting and engaging series explains how we can consider our impact on Planet Earth and suggests ways we can help to protect our planet. What is climate change? Why is it important? How can we help stop it? All these questions and more are discussed here, in this interesting and child-friendly look at climate change in the 21st century.

More than ever, we need to think about the ways our actions affect the environment. This exciting and engaging series explains how we can consider our impact on Planet Earth and suggests ways we can help to protect our planet. What does "endangered" mean? Why are animals in danger? How can we help? All these questions and more are discussed in this interesting and child-friendly look at endangered animals in the 21st century.

Acid rain refers to precipitation containing higher than normal amounts of nitric and sulfuric acid and is a direct result of pollution that people release into the air. This fact-filled resource tells the story of how limits on pollution have made acid rain less of a problem in certain areas, including large parts of the United States. Sidebars and a pronunciation guide help young readers take away valuable, lasting information.

More than ever, we need to think about the ways our actions affect the environment. This exciting and engaging series explains how we can consider our impact on Planet Earth and suggests ways we can help to protect our planet. What is 'sustainable living? Why is it important? How can we try to live sustainably? All these questions and more are discussed here, in this interesting and child-friendly look at sustainability in the 21st century.

More than ever, we need to think about the ways our actions affect the environment. This exciting and engaging series explains how we can consider our impact on Planet Earth and suggests ways we can help to protect our planet. What is rubbish? Why is recycling important? How does a tin can become a bike? All these questions and more are discussed here, in this interesting and child-friendly look at rubbish and recycling in the 21st century.

Earth’s forests are disappearing at an alarming rate. Even more distressing, these forests are home to many species and supply much of the planet’s biodiversity. They also pump oxygen into the air and take in carbon dioxide produced by people and other animals. Students will gain a new appreciation of forests and explore ways to address rapid deforestation with this valuable resource.

Scientists report that some of the nuclear waste we produce today will be around for millions of years to come. Readers of this valuable resource will learn about the various practices that produce nuclear waste, from nuclear weapons to scientific experiments to nuclear energy. The volume also discusses the options for disposing of and storing nuclear waste. It offers a straightforward, balanced, and well-informed introduction to a very complex topic.