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When the Titanic was built, many people thought the massive ship was unsinkable. Today it rests on the ocean floor. Learn about why ships sink and how past disasters and modern technology have led to safer ships.

We share this beautiful planet we call home with countless living creatures, from monarch butterflies and falcons to koalas and dolphins. And just like us, animals everywhere are faced with the growing threat of climate change. Featuring seven categories of animals, this book offers a roadmap for change and an invitation to explore the outdoors with fascinating facts, hope-filled stories, and hands-on STEAM activities. Each section includes biographies of adventurers, scientists, and artists from all over the world who used their passion and skills to become bold allies for nature.

The Waterhole is an exhilarating journey of discovery, from the plains of Africa and the jungles of the Amazon to the woodlands of North America and the deserts of outback Australia.

Let's celebrate Earth by picking up and keeping it clean. This audiobook teaches listeners how to take care of our home. Pairs with the fiction title Milo's Earth Day.

"Viaje por el Amazonas: Una Aventura de Vida Silvestre" invita a jóvenes exploradores a un viaje inolvidable al corazón de la selva tropical más grande y diversa del mundo. A través de las vibrantes páginas de este libro infantil educativo, los lectores emprenden un viaje a través del extenso ecosistema del Amazonas, desde la densa canopia llena de monos charlatanes y pájaros coloridos hasta el misterioso suelo del bosque hogar de jaguares e insectos fascinantes.

Find out how cow-farts are wrecking the world, what a fossil fuel even is and why 'earthships' (and not spaceships) are the future! This book will help you understand what climate change is and how on Earth we can stop it TOGETHER! A hilarious and light-hearted look at the problems facing planet Earth, perfect for educating and comforting children who are worried about climate change.

Wie kann man Pilze selbst züchten? Woher kommt die Bezeichnung ,,Altweibersommer“? Welches Futter bekommen Vögel? Ob Frühling, Sommer, Herbst oder Winter – mit Pettersson und Findus wird es nie langweilig. Auf einer Reise durch die Jahreszeiten Herbst und Winter erfahren Sie vieles über Pflanzen für draußen und drinnen, und was Sie in der Natur alles entdecken können. Erfahre auch, wie schnell beispielsweise, ein Winterquartier für den Marienkäfer herzustellen ist.

Ankylosaurus and other armored dinosaurs were the tanks of the prehistoric world. Sharp spikes and rock-hard plates protected these plant eaters from dangerous predators.

What is the coldest place on Earth? How many kinds of clouds are there? Why do rainbows form? You've got questions about weather, and Kids' Questions has answers!

The ocean ecosystem is huge, covering most of our planet. Countless animals and plants live there. So what difference could the loss of one animal species make? Follow the chain reaction, and discover how important sea otters are.

The climate in a region affects all aspects of life. This book looks at tropical climates. It explores the characteristics of the land and weather in regions with tropical climates, and how plants, animals, and people have adapted to life in tropical regions. The effects of climate change and other developments are also covered.

Rabbits race away from danger on the forest floor. But there is more to these big-eared bunnies than escaping predators. Learn about these adorable woodland animals, their life cycle, diet, and appearance.

It hasn’t rained in weeks. Crops are wilting, and the grass is dry. Rivers run low. Is it a drought? How do you know? And how can you prepare for what’s to come? Droughts: Be Aware and Prepare has the answers.

Could you ever imaging taking a trip to the Zoo and finding out that the Silverback Gorilla is extinct? Like many animals across our world, they may become extinct within our lifetime, if we do not start changing our ways immediately. Did you know that the Amazon Rainforest has the longest river in the world by only 65 feet, and that within this river it holds a diverse bioactive environment for millions of marine and aquatic life? With the nickname of “The Lungs of the Earth” it is apparent how vital this ecosystem is to our environment.

How much of the earth’s surface do you think is volcanic in its origin? Have you any idea of the difference between a shield volcano and a stratovolcano? And do you know which 10 eruptions were the largest in human history? Join Charles King as he talks us through all of these things and more and discover 101 amazing facts about volcanos. Whether you’re studying the subject at school or are simply interested to find out more about one of nature’s most impressive and dangerous sights, then this is the perfect book for you.

Learn about the science and history of volcanoes with iMindsJNR audio-learning series for younger minds. A volcano is an opening in the earth's surface through which molten rock, gases and debris can escape. The mound commonly associated with volcanoes is what remains after eruptions have collected and hardened around this opening.Volcanoes exist in the mythology of numerous countries, such as Iceland and Japan. Many past cultures, such as the Greeks and the Romans, also had volcano mythology.

The oceans cover 72 percent of the earth's surface, or 141,600,000 square miles. Ocean life comes in an enormous variety of sizes and shapes - from microscopic plankton to huge whales. This audiobook explores the oceans of the world and describes the types of plants and animals that can be found in them.

From the team that created the ALA Notable Book The Cod's Tale comes the fascinating history of salt, which has been the object of wars and revolutions and is vital for life. Based on Mark Kurlansky's critically acclaimed best seller Salt: A World History, this handsome picture book explores every aspect of salt: The many ways it's gathered from the Earth and sea; how ancient emperors in China, Egypt, and Rome used it to keep their subjects happy; why salt was key to the Age of Exploration; what salt meant to the American Revolution; and even how the search for salt eventually led to oil.

Hail the size of golf balls drops from the sky. Strong winds send cars sailing through the air as if they were small toys. Most people look for cover when severe weather threatens. But storm chasers do the opposite - they look for the storms! Find out why these daredevils take the risk, what they’ve learned about severe weather, and the gear they use to stay safe.

From bestselling author Kenneth C. Davis comes a fascinating account of the Spanish influenza pandemic 100 years after it first swept the world in 1918. "Davis deftly juggles compelling storytelling, gruesome details, and historical context. More Deadly Than War reads like a terrifying dystopian...