Introduces readers to the people, machines, work and environmental concerns involved in mining, visiting an underground mineral mine and steel mill, a surface coal mine, and an oil well and refinery.
Teaches readers about the people, machines, work, and environmental concerns involved in forestry through the story of Cameron, a young boy who accompanies his Uncle Erik, a forester, on a day in the forest.
A guide to campfire fun with advice on starting a fire, warding off bugs, and making cooking devices; and offers suggestions for games, recipes, sky watching, stories, and songs.
"Rewilding is an important environmental movement to restore habitats to their natural state in order to support native species and make room for animals to move freely. In this comprehensive look at rewilding, the authors present examples from around the world where endangered animals have been rehabilitated and returned to their natural habitats. From pandas and peregrine falcons to jaguars and wolves, the story of these animals testifies to the fact that with good management, the extinction of species can be avoided. This book also relates how cities have begun to restore nature by planting everything from tiny rooftop gardens to huge parks on disused land"--Amazon.com.
Environmental activists Jane Drake and Ann Love describe nine steps to social change, provide accounts of organizations who have helped make the world a better place, and offer tips and inspiration for making a difference.
Teaches readers about the people, machines, work, and environmental concerns involved in forestry through the story of Cameron, a young boy who accompanies his Uncle Erik, a forester, on a day in the forest.
Introduces readers to the people, machines, work and environmental concerns involved in mining, visiting an underground mineral mine and steel mill, a surface coal mine, and an oil well and refinery.
