This book explains, in simple language and with clear illustrations, what the climate is, and how it is changing very rapidly at the moment, and the effects this is having on our planet. It tackles suggestions about what needs to change in the way people live, from power stations to farming, and explains why it’s so difficult to do. Along the way, it also talks about what individuals can do, …
Water is an essential resource for life on Earth. Considering how vital and precious water is, it is almost unbelievable that it can be used so carelessly. Sewage, toxic chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, oil, metals, and solid trash pollute the water in lakes, streams, and oceans around the world. Water Resources explores the ways in which water on Earth has become polluted--and what people a…
A science book about valuing and caring for our Earth's resources.
These motivating non-fiction readers are rich in content and beautifully illustrated. Fascinating information in carefully graded language appeals to a broad range of students and supports English across the curriculum, making the series perfect for CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning). Stunning colour photos, maps, diagrams and charts support understanding, while activities and proj…
Read and discover all about why we recycle waste ... What waste materials can we recycle? How long does plastic take to decompose?
Pollution is growing problem around the globe. Used chemicals, old appliances, exhaust fumes, and plastics are just a few of the things that cause pollution on our planet. "Pollution" examines how water, soil, and the atmosphere have become increasingly polluted and the impact that pollution has on people’s health. In the face of these challenges, people and countries have cooperated to clean…