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"Earth's grasslands are home to a colorful menagerie of creatures--from the tiny armored pangolin to the enormous African elephant. In this science text, readers discover the range of threatened animal categories and how they apply to animals of the grasslands. Colorful photographs of grassland animals and environments are sure to grad readers' attention, and charts, maps and sidebars supplement the manageable text, making this a well-rounded approach...
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"The seas and oceans of our planet are vast ecosystems filled with a huge variety of animals. This doesn't stop these creatures from becoming threatened due to global warming and human actions such as commercial fishing and pollution. This volume discusses the spectrum of threatened species and how sea creatures fit into it. Readers see the devastating results of human actions, including dead coral and an extinct species of seal. However, the text...
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"The animals that call the Arctic home are animals who love the cold. They're made for it! As Earth's temperatures rise and global warming worsens, Arctic animals will have fewer places to call home. Inside this colorful and important volume, readers will see numerous threatened Arctic animals and learn why they are suffering. The book includes general information about what it means to be on the scale of threatened species, followed by specific examples....
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"Earth's rivers are a home to many creatures that are at risk of dying out--river dolphins, giant otters, birds, fish, and more. These river animals are threatened by global warming and the actions of people. In this important conservation title, readers will learn about river animals on the spectrum of threatened species and see vibrant photos of those animals in the wild. Also included is the story of an extinct river animal, as well as a success...
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"Desert animals are built specifically for a harsh, arid environment. As global temperatures rise, however, Earth's deserts are changing, affecting desert animals' ability to survive. Readers will see examples of desert animals that are on the spectrum of threatened species, and an example of a animal species that tragically succumbed to extinction. The volume ends with a success story and information about how readers can help fight global warming....
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Discusses the types of fossil fuels as well as their uses and environmental effects.
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"Earth's rain forests are in danger! These lush areas are filled with dynamic life forms that form intricate connections. However, global warming and deforestation are taking a heavy toll on the rain forests and the animals that call them home. The vibrant photographs of rain forest animals and locations are sure to pique the interest of young readers. Sidebars, maps, and charts supplement the text to give readers a comprehensive look into the issues...
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