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Author
Series
Publisher
Kingfisher
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"This lovely series is packed with activities and experiments to provide a practical, hands-on approach to science. In pollution and waste discover how to: text for air pollution, watch global warming at work, clean up an oil spill... and much more!
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Jam-packed with surprising information about plastic's effect on the environment, plus loads of practical ways kids can cut down on their plastic footprint, this is the kids guide to being part of the pollution solution! It's in your toothbrush ... your clothes ... your earbuds. Chances are, you're touching it right now. We're talking about plastic! Plastic is absolutely everywhere and in practically everything we touch, from pens to water bottles...
8) Dirty air
Author
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2014].
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses the causes of air pollution, why it is dangerous, and what can be done to make the air cleaner.
Author
Series
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Dude, I am Ocean. You know my many names: Atlantic, Pacific, Arctic, Indian, Southern. It's all excellent me. My salt water flows across the planet as one. I have no flag. No nationality. My waves are for all. Life on Earth began in my epic waters I keep the global climate just right. And I have rad secrets. But I'm facing a major wipeout! Only by working together can we get back in the zone. It's you and me, dudes."--Publisher
11) Space junk
Author
Series
Publisher
Norwood House Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Space junk is any human-made object in orbit around Earth that no longer has a use-and it's a huge problem. This debris includes anything from large satellites and rocket parts to tiny screws and paint chips. Space junk can damage a spacecraft-and also cause issues for humans on Earth. This book takes readers on an exciting out-of-this-world voyage and uncovers cutting-edge technology while supporting STEM and NGSS standards. Each book contains fact...
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Readers will learn about the causes and effects of pollution through colorful and clear graphics, such as maps, charts, and infographics. Book also includes a glossary, index, suggested books and websites, and a bibliography"-- provided by publisher.
13) Planet SOS
Author
Publisher
What on Earth Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
From the atmosdragon causing global warming to the smogosaurus polluting our air, real-life environmental monsters are everywhere! Discover how planet-destroying monsters survive. Learn their weaknesses. Then join the fight to vanquish the beasts and save our planet!
15) The day the river caught fire: how the Cuyahoga River exploded and ignited the Earth Day movement
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"The true story of how a 1969 fire in one of the most polluted rivers in America helped foster awareness of water pollution and how the river's fate contributed to the environmental movement"--
16) Garbage galore
Author
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In this book, young readers will learn why recycling is important, which materials can be reprocessed into new goods, and how improved design can make products easier to recycle.
17) Garbage
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Explains waste management problems humans have encountered throught history and how we deal with it now, highlighting key global concerns related to garbage disposal, such as space waste, the problem of plastic, and growing landfills.
Author
Publisher
Millbrook Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
A little more than 70 percent of Planet Earth is ocean. So wouldn't a better name for our global home be Planet Ocean? You may be surprised at just how closely YOU are connected to the ocean. Regardless of where you live, every breath you take and every drop of water you drink links you to the ocean. And because of this connection, the ocean's health affects all of us. Dive in with author Patricia Newman and photographer Annie Crawley-- visit the...
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Even though the Earth seems big and unchangeable, humans have altered its climate, creating consequences for all life. By working together, humans can save the planet, and ourselves" --
Earth spins through eons of time, and than one day humans arrive and they change the planet--and it continues to change today though not in a good way, but by working together we can save it, and ourselves.
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