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Our Living World takes young readers on a fascinating tour of Earth's major ecosystems. Kids will learn about the key plants and animals that make each ecosystem unique. They'll also get a glimpse of humanity's effects, both positive and negative, on the habitats of countless creatures. Informative sidebars, suggested activities, and supplemental reference materials throughout the text contribute to a well-rounded portrait of our world's natural wonders....
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Our Living World takes young readers on a fascinating tour of Earth's major ecosystems. Kids will learn about the key plants and animals that make each ecosystem unique. They'll also get a glimpse of humanity's effects, both positive and negative, on the habitats of countless creatures. Informative sidebars, suggested activities, and supplemental reference materials throughout the text contribute to a well-rounded portrait of our world's natural wonders....
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Our Living World takes young readers on a fascinating tour of Earth's major ecosystems. Kids will learn about the key plants and animals that make each ecosystem unique. They'll also get a glimpse of humanity's effects, both positive and negative, on the habitats of countless creatures. Informative sidebars, suggested activities, and supplemental reference materials throughout the text contribute to a well-rounded portrait of our world's natural wonders....
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Our Living World takes young readers on a fascinating tour of Earth's major ecosystems. Kids will learn about the key plants and animals that make each ecosystem unique. They'll also get a glimpse of humanity's effects, both positive and negative, on the habitats of countless creatures. Informative sidebars, suggested activities, and supplemental reference materials throughout the text contribute to a well-rounded portrait of our world's natural wonders....
Author
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Our Living World takes young readers on a fascinating tour of Earth's major ecosystems. Kids will learn about the key plants and animals that make each ecosystem unique. They'll also get a glimpse of humanity's effects, both positive and negative, on the habitats of countless creatures. Informative sidebars, suggested activities, and supplemental reference materials throughout the text contribute to a well-rounded portrait of our world's natural wonders....
Author
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Our Living World takes young readers on a fascinating tour of Earth's major ecosystems. Kids will learn about the key plants and animals that make each ecosystem unique. They'll also get a glimpse of humanity's effects, both positive and negative, on the habitats of countless creatures. Informative sidebars, suggested activities, and supplemental reference materials throughout the text contribute to a well-rounded portrait of our world's natural wonders....
7) Asian Carp
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Asian carp have big appetites and can leap out of the water when startled. They were brought to the United States from their native Asian habitats to control algae growth on fish farms. Find out what happened when some of these big, jumping fish escaped and made their way up the Mississippi River.
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Our Living World takes young readers on a fascinating tour of Earth's major ecosystems. Kids will learn about the key plants and animals that make each ecosystem unique. They'll also get a glimpse of humanity's effects, both positive and negative, on the habitats of countless creatures. Informative sidebars, suggested activities, and supplemental reference materials throughout the text contribute to a well-rounded portrait of our world's natural wonders....
9) Wild Boar
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Centuries ago, explorers brought hogs to the Americas as a food source. Some of these boars made it into the wild, where their offspring have managed to survive ever since. Wild boars will eat almost anything from garbage, to crops, to other animals. They can also spread disease. Read this book to find out more about how wild boars cause problems around the world and what experts are doing to find solutions.
10) Florida Panther
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The Florida panther once roamed as far west as Louisiana and as far north as Tennessee. Today, these cats are found in just four counties in southern Florida. How did the Florida panther become one of the most endangered animals in the world? Read this book to find out how hunting and other human activities brought the Florida panther to the brink of extinction. Learn what is being done to help it get on the road to recovery.
11) Grizzly Bear
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The grizzly bear once roamed much of western North America. In the early 1800s, as many as 50,000 grizzly bears lived in the West. As settlers pushed westward, the bears lost much of their habitat. Fewer than 1,000 grizzlies remained in the lower 48 U.S. states when the bear was listed as endangered. Read this book to learn how grizzly bears came close to extinction and find out what is being done to increase their numbers and insure their survival...
12) Hurricanes
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What happens to the environment when a hurricane occurs? What are some of the causes of hurricanes? What can people do about the problems caused by hurricanes? How can you use your math skills to learn more about hurricanes? Read this book to find the answers to these questions and learn more about hurricanes..
13) Sea Lamprey
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the Sea Lamprey have invades the Great Lakes where they have killed off native species and harmed the fishing industry. Find out hoe they arrived, the problems they cause and other places that are on the lookout for these animals.
14) Cane Toad
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Cane toads are known for their warty skin and poison glands. They were brought to Australia and other places to help control pests that were harming crops. Learn more about how the cane toad has gone from being farmer's friend to an unwanted pest.
15) Brown Treesnake
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How the Brown Tree Snake made themselves at home, disrupted the island's ecosystem, and created problems for its people and native animals.
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Today, many general contractors specialize in environmentally-friendly construction methods. “Green†buildings use less energy and are often made with recycled materials. Readers will learn about the people who specialize in this type of construction and how they can prepare for a career in this cutting edge field.
17) Fire Ant
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Fire ants are tiny, but they pack a powerful sting. Some kinds of fire ants were accidentally brought to North America from South America in cargo ships. Look inside to learn how these invasive fire ants have spread to many places around the world and why they are a threat to wildlife, human beings, and economies.
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How did the Rocky Mountains come to be? What kinds of plants and animals can live on such rugged mountainsides and peaks? Who are the people who have conquered the Rockies? Discover what makes these mountains so distinctive. Geography of the World introduces students to the major geographic features of our planet. With original maps and brilliant photographs, each book answers basic questions about how each geographic area developed, what makes it...
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