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Readers will learn that as global temperatures continue to rise, ecosystems all over the world are at risk. Islands and mountains are among the most vulnerable, and many species are expected to go extinct. Polar regions are warming at close to twice the rate of the rest of the world, impacting marine and terrestrial life as well as global climate patterns.
2) Animal Life
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From reptiles to grizzly bears, animals are on the move, seeking cooler places to live. Climate change is affecting animals all over the planet, from the tropics to the poles. Spring is arriving earlier, and the migration patterns of many birds are changing. How can we help animals adapt to the impacts from climate change? Time to Act! fact boxes and quotes by notable ecologists will help your readers understand the essentials.
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This must-have book provides comprehensive information on climate change and its effects on the human population.
4) Ocean Life
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From the microscopic phytoplankton that float near the ocean surface, to the 200-ton blue whale with a heart the size of an automobile, climate change affects all ocean life. For billions of years the ocean has regulated climate on Earth, but how much global warming can it absorb? Time to Act! fact boxes and quotes by notable ecologists will help your readers understand the essentials and take action.
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Readers will learn that the ability of plants and insects to reproduce and expand their ranges is affected by changes in temperature and precipitation. The timing between insect pollinators and the flowering plants is also impacted by climate change. We need to conserve the delicate balance in our ecosystems as carbon dioxide levels rise even further.
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Climate change is hurting the planet. It creates problems for people, plants, and animals. Protecting the environment is important for our future. Climate activists work to get laws passed. They share information about how to help. And they speak up to encourage others to do their part.
There are ways to slow damage to Earth. The more people who call for change, the brighter the future will be. Explore what can be done and how climate activists are...
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Being forced from home is something no one wants to experience. But climate change is causing flooding, new weather patterns, and destruction to houses and cities. It can make resources such as food or clean water hard to come by. It can even wipe out entire communities.
As climate change increases, many people must make a difficult decision: to stay and endure severe weather or leave with nothing but hope. See what causes climate migration and how...
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Forests create the air we need to breathe. They provide shade and homes for people and animals. They give us wood for fuel and for building materials. And they are beautiful spaces But deforestation means humans are destroying more forests every day.
As towns and cities grow, people take more land from forests. Trees are cleared for space faster than we can replant them. Check out what happens when forests disappear--and if we can reverse what has...
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Fossil fuels heat our homes. They power cars, trucks, and planes. But every use of these fuels adds to rising temperatures on Earth. And they are nonrenewable. Someday, they will run out.
Since the 1800s, people have studied the effects of burning fossil fuels. This process puts gases in the air that contribute to climate change. Examine how fossil fuels have been used and the effect they have on our planet's climate.
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Earth is nearly 70 percent water. Most of this water is frozen in the form of glaciers. As our planet warms, glaciers are melting faster than usual. Sea levels rise, and water washes over coastal areas. Homes are destroyed. Habitats are lost.
Scientists have been following the changes in glacier ice and ocean levels. Discover what they've learned and what changes humans need to make to keep our heads above water.
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Northeast, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Upper Midwest, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Northern Rockies and Plains, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Northwest and Alaska, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Southeast, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Ohio Valley, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of Hawaii and US Island Territories, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the West, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the South, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Southwest, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels...
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