Kategoria BISAC: Juvenile Nonfiction >> Science & Nature - Environmental Conservation & Protection

As a Field Research Assistant at the Estacion de Tortugas in Limon, Costa Rica, Niki Aktipis worked tirelessly, often late into the night to save baby turtles. How did she do it? And, why did she do it? Let Niki answer those questions for you.

"Make the Earth your companion. Walk lightly on it, as other creatures do." With this powerfully reverent refrain, readers are reminded to treat the world around us with the respect it deserves and the care it needs. Mountains, lakes, rivers, grasslands, forests, deserts--even the sky above--all of our natural environs have some message to impart, if we will but listen. Picturesque illustrations imbue the images with mysticism, making visual connections to not only the words themselves but to the feelings of wonder they evoke.

It all started with a book Kelsey's mom read, The Elephant Whisperer by Lawrence Anthony, which tells the story of his early years establishing the Thula Thula Game Reserve in South Africa and the incredible bond he built with a rogue herd of wild elephants.

Lawrence's conservation efforts soon became focused on the African rhino population that was in danger of extinction because of poaching. Due to local poaching near Thula Thula, more than a few orphaned baby rhinos were brought to Thula Thula, lovingly raised from infancy and then released to the wild.

Two of the...

In this brightly illustrated narrative, readers will learn about the constant movement of water as it flows around the Earth and the sun's important role as water changes between liquid, vapor, and ice. From sea to sky, the sun both heats and cools water, ensuring that life can exist on Earth. How does the sun keep ocean currents moving, and lift fresh water from the seas? And what can we do to conserve one of our planet's most precious resources?
Perfect for any young reader eager to learn more about his or her world, this is an invaluable addition to any classroom, library, or at-home...

This publication provides a unique perspective on one of the world's most complex and challenging problems. Written through the eyes of an eleven year-old girl, this work shares a powerful message about the tenuous future our ecosystems face. Written as an assignment for the classroom, the author hope this work can help inspire others to "be the change they wish to see in the world," realizing everyone can make a difference. A portion of the royalties of this book will go to fund the advancement of non-profit oceanographic conservation research and the Dolphin Research Center in Grassy Key,...

Wangari Maathai received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004 for her efforts to lead women in a nonviolent struggle to bring peace and democracy to Africa through its reforestation. Her organization planted over thirty million trees in thirty years. This beautiful picture book tells the story of an amazing woman and an inspiring idea.

Margarito's Forest is based on the life of Don Margarito Esteban Alvarez VelAzquez as told by his daughter, Dona' MarIa Guadelupe. This story of the Maya love for the earth, passed from one generation to the next, is set in Saq Ja', a small, remote village in the mountains of central Guatemala. As the deforesting effects of climate change become clear, Don Margarito's life and the ways of the Maya offer timely wisdom for a planet in peril. This book is a commemoration of his courage and the preservation the forest that he planted

Do you ever dream of being a marine explorer or adventurer? Are you a fan of cool, cute, or creepy creatures? Then here's some good news: some of the coolest, cutest, and creepiest creatures live in Earth's oceans and other watery places.

Marine Science for Kids is a colorful, fun, photo-filled guide to exploring our underwater world. In these pages, you'll delve deep into the science of aquatic study, including geology, chemistry, and biology in both salt- and freshwater environments, and gain insight into the real-world practice of aquatic science. You'll discover how and why...

Can you guess what is the Strongest animal? What animal is the Smartest, and the Bravest animal?

The Smelliest?

The Softest?

What animal has the Biggest Teeth? Builds the Biggest Nest?

The answers to these questions and a lot MORE can be found in this book of incredible and weird Feats and Records in the Animal Kingdom.

Filled with full color illustrations, overflowing with amazing facts and easy to understand text.

This book will...

An enchanting picture book about restoring a creek, with all the wildlifeit once hosted, in a farm field in Iowa

The Mystic Princesses continue their adventures after escaping from the Children of Ares in Hawai'i. They invite you to explore New Orleans while staying with them at Catie's house. Learn why Harmonie draws the Children of Ares' tattoo on her Mardi Gras mask. The Mystic Princesses practice more self-defense tactics to help them fend off the Children of Ares. But why don't they trust their new teacher, the Goddess Athena? Discover how the girls use their powers to raise money performing in a magic show after they learn an oil rig has run aground spilling oil into the Gulf of Alaska. Will you...

Young Karner Blue butterfly "KB" wakes up from a nightmare that all of the other Karner Blues are gone. Mama explains the story of how the Karner Blue species became endangered and how they were restored with the help of adults and children alike. Mama also tells KB what other species live in the Pine Barrens where they reside, and what people can do to help restore their species.

Tat-a-tat-pat the woodpecker sounds. Whirrrrrr-irrrrrr-boop-boop-boop the biologist radio tunes. Rhrrr. Rhrr. The chainsaw grunts. The working forest is abuzz with activity as foresters, scientists, and loggers work together for a healthy forest. Wildlife biologists study the animals. Botanists study the plants. Archaeologists study human history. Foresters pull it all together for a plan to take care of the forest. Loggers follow the plan to harvest trees for wood.

Ecological balance and sustainability are their focus when harvesting trees for wood. Written in a light, lyrical...