Discusses some of Earth's natural resources, threats to their existence, and efforts to protect them. Includes related activities.

What is renewable energy? Why is using it good for the earth? Questions such as these are answered in this stimulating text supporting an essential elementary science curriculum topic. Young readers learn renewable energy is generated from renewable natural resources, including sunlight, wind, rain, tides, and geothermal heat. This accessible text also delves into how young people can make simple changes in their lives to help fight climate change...

"Colorful coral reefs are home to many animals! In this title, readers will learn how coral reefs form, who lives in them, and how humans impact reefs. Leveled text and crisp images combine with special features that profile famous reefs, diagram how reefs form, and highlight famous coral reef animals. Readers will be excited to dive into this colorful title!"--

"Forests are vital to life on Earth! In this title for young readers, leveled text and crisp photos introduce the different types of forests and their parts, the plants and animals that live in forests, and how humans interact with and impact forests. Special features profile famous forests, highlight forest animals, and summarize the human impact on these landforms. This title will help readers climb high with their reading skills!"--

"How do humans use lakes? What animals live in them? These questions and more are answered in this informative title about Earth's lakes! Leveled text and bright photos combine to introduce lakes, the plants and animals that live in them, and how humans interact with them. Special features visually highlight lake animals, summarize the impact of humans, and profile well-known lakes. Dive in with this approachable title!"--

"Spanning across the globe from the frigid poles to the warm tropics, oceans cover most of the earth. In this title, leveled text guides readers through the layers of the ocean, introducing its plants and animals and showing how oceans and people interact. Profiles and visual features reinforce the text to help beginning readers grow. Dive in and discover the unique underwater world of oceans!"--Provided by the publisher.

"Rain forests are home to more than half of the world's plants and animals. In this leveled title, readers will explore this important biome, learning about its layers, plant and animal life, and human impact. Profiles highlight the specs of notable rain forests, while other features show off animals and summarize the impact of humans. Readers will delight in the vivid photos and approachable text in this colorful title!"--Provided by the publisher....

"Wetlands are full of wildlife! In this title, young readers will explore the types of wetlands, what plants and animals live there, and how humans interact with wetlands. Leveled text combines with bright photos to introduce the subject, and special features profile famous wetlands, highlight wetland animals, and tell how human activity impacts these important biomes. This approachable title will let readers get their feet wet when it comes to wetlands!"--...