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Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about freshwater biomes, the important role they play on Earth, and the climate, geology, geography, and wildlife that define them. Bright, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the lakes, streams, and rivers that make up freshwater biomes. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about marine biomes, the important role they play on Earth, and the climate, geology, geography, and wildlife that define them. Bright, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the oceans that make up marine biomes. Infographics aid understanding, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about marine...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2013.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
If every known species on Earth were a leaf on a tree, that tree would have 1 750 000 leaves. Since humans count for just one leaf on the tree, we have a lot to learn about the millions of other forms of life with which we share the world. A dazzlingly illustrated and child-friendly introduction to biodiversity, Tree of Life shows how living things are classified into five kingdoms -- and how each has much to tell us about all aspects of life on our...
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
"This artful and accessible guide to Earth's Tree of Life--the reference tool used by scientists to organize the incredible variety of living things on our planet--helps young readers understand how every living creature, from the tiniest germ to the biggest blue whale, is part of one big family tree"--from publisher's description.
6) Bio diversity: explore the diversity of life on Earth with environmental science activities for kids
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
Explores the concept of biodiversity and enforces key ideas through science experiments.
7) Study soils
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020].
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Study Soils introduces readers to what makes up soil, from humus and plants and animals to water and air. Learn how weathering, erosion, parent material, decay, bacteria, organic matter, climate, and time contribute to soil formation. A geology-themed project provides the opportunity for hands-on experience." --
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"Step right up, animal lovers! It's your turn to judge in this poetic competition of superlative animal abilities. Structured as a guessing game competition, and told through deftly crafted persona poems, the book celebrates animals' standout qualities, from the biggest (blue whale) to the smallest (shrew), with all the favorite creatures (speedy cheetahs, long-necked giraffes) plus some less common animals with equally amazing abilities (long-lived...
9) Biodiversity
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Earth is home to a huge range of plants and animals. This rich mixture is biodiversity. Find out why it is important for the planet, why it is under threat, and what we can do to help"--Back cover.
10) Biodiversity
Author
Pub. Date
[1996]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.1 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Provides a global perspective on environmental issues while demonstrating the concept which encompasses the many forms of life on earth and their interdependence on one another for survival.
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The more we study the world around us, the more living things we discover every day. The planet is full of millions of species of plants, birds, animals, and microbes, and every single one including us is part of a big, beautiful, complicated pattern. When humans interfere with parts of the pattern, by polluting the air and oceans, taking too much from the sea, and cutting down too many forests, animals and plants begin to disappear. What sort of...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Description
"In 2019 there were about 7.7 billion humans on Earth, more than double the number of people alive in 1969. During that fifty-year period the impact of humanity on the natural environment has increased proportionately. human activity is causing a loss of biodiversity-the diversity of plant, animal, algae, fungi, and microbe species. But the survival of humanity-and all life on earth-is directly related to biodiversity"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"An environment is a physical setting full of living and nonliving things that affect how animals live and act. This engaging book examines how animals interact with, depend on, and are influenced by their environment. Readers will learn how an environment can support a variety of animals and how these animals respond to environmental changes. The text also focuses on how humans affect the environment in both positive and negative ways. Engaging photographs...