Books with title Controlling Invasive Species

Invasive species are kind of like aliens. These plants and animals get transported from their native homes and when they land in other places, trouble can follow. In this science-rich title, readers will learn all about invasive species and the problems they can cause for the plants and animals that are native to a habitat. Readers will learn how invasive species appear in an area and how humans play a role in spreading them and controlling them. With an emphasis on environmental conservation, this title teaches readers how to identify imposters and control them before they take over. Colorful images and fact boxes support the text, which is written to support elementary science curricula.

Invasive species are kind of like aliens. These plants and animals get transported from their native homes and when they land in other places, trouble can follow. In this science-rich title, readers will learn all about invasive species and the problems they can cause for the plants and animals that are native to a habitat. Readers will learn how invasive species appear in an area and how humans play a role in spreading them and controlling them. With an emphasis on environmental conservation, this title teaches readers how to identify imposters and control them before they take over. Colorful images and fact boxes support the text, which is written to support elementary science curricula.

Invasive species are taking over native plants habitats. Common control methods are dangerous or impractical. Some people are now turning to goats as a nontoxic and versatile way to deal with invasive species. Controlling Invasive Species with Goats look at the history of using goats to graze plants, why they work, and the research thats being done to learn more. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Against her will, fourteen year old Skyler is sent to stay with her grandmother for the summer. Skyler soon discovers this woman is more than just a quirky nature lover. Her backyard is an amazing habitat for native plants and wildlife, but its unkempt appearance puts her at odds with the neighbors. What starts out as a boring summer takes strange and intriguing turns for Skyler as she becomes romantically involved with the neighbor’s son, while also becoming a pawn in her grandmother’s war with his father. Her grandmother’s passion to protect the native wildlife from the overuse of pesticides and other destructive practices drives her to commit an unthinkable act, and Skyler is forced to make a heart wrenching decision.

Against her will, fourteen year old Skyler is sent to stay with her grandmother for the summer. Skyler soon discovers this woman is more than just a quirky nature lover. Her backyard is an amazing habitat for native plants and wildlife, but its unkempt appearance puts her at odds with the neighbors. What starts out as a boring summer takes strange and intriguing turns for Skyler as she becomes romantically involved with the neighbor’s son, while also becoming a pawn in her grandmother’s war with his father. Her grandmother’s passion to protect the native wildlife from the overuse of pesticides and other destructive practices drives her to commit an unthinkable act, and Skyler is forced to make a heart wrenching decision.

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These books provide a range of opinions on a social issue; each volume focuses on a specific issue and offers a variety of perspectives, e.g., eyewitness accounts, governmental views, scientific analysis, newspaper accounts, to illuminate the issue.; Greenhaven Press's At Issue series provides a wide range of opinions on individual social issues. Enhancing critical thinking skills, each At Issue volume is an excellent research tool to help readers understand current social issues and prepare reports.

"Invasive species are taking over native plants habitats. Common control methods are dangerous or impractical. Some people are now turning to goats as a nontoxic and versatile way to deal with invasive species. [This book] looks at the history of using goats to graze plants, why they work, and the research thats being done to learn more"--Provided by publisher.