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Great Bear Rainforest

Ian McAllister (author) Alex Van Tol (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459822801

In the northwest corner of British Columbia, between the Alaska–BC border and the northern tip of Vancouver Island, lies a land of forest green and sparkling blue. From massive whales to tiny herring, spirit bears to sea wolves, an incredibly diverse array of wildlife calls this land home. Part of the largest coastal temperate rainforest in the world, the Great Bear Rainforest is one the last untouched places on Earth. Learn about the people who make their home in the Great Bear Rainforest and are committed to preserving and protecting it. Hear how Indigenous youth are coming together and taking responsibility for this place they call home. Learn more at greatbearrainforest.com

Every Last Drop

Michelle Mulder (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459802247

In the developed world, if you want a drink of water you just turn on a tap or open a bottle. But for millions of families worldwide, finding clean water is a daily challenge, and kids are often the ones responsible for carrying water to their homes. Every Last Drop looks at why the world’s water resources are at risk and how communities around the world are finding innovative ways to quench their thirst and water their crops. Maybe you’re not ready to drink fog, as they do in Chile, or use water made from treated sewage, but you can get a low-flush toilet, plant a tree, protect a wetland or just take shorter showers. Every last drop counts!

Fault Lines

Johanna Wagstaffe (author)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459812444

Earthquakes are a terrifying yet fascinating force of nature. Seismologist Johanna Wagstaffe takes you through her own journey of understanding the earth beneath our feet. Along the way you’ll learn the science behind what makes the earth rumble and hear from kids around the world who have experienced the wonder, and terror, of an earthquake.

Mountain of Fire

Julie Roberge (author) Aless MC (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459835078

Take a trip around the world (and beyond) to discover the science, myths and stories behind iconic volcanoes - Krakatoa, Kilimanjaro, Vesuvius. The destructive power of volcanoes has claimed more than 250,000 lives since the beginning of civilization. Whether as objects of worship or of terror, they have shaped our world and fed the human imagination. And they can be found just about everywhere, from ancient Pompeii to the geysers of Yellowstone to the bottom of the Pacific Ocean and the surface of Jupiter.

Volcanoes

Peter Murray (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438622

Provides information about volcanoes, how they form, where they are, how they erupt, the damage they can cause, and the ways we can monitor them.

Tornadoes

Peter Murray (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438615

Examines tornadoes, their causes, where they occur, their characteristics, and the effects they produce.

The Rock Cycle

Pam Watts (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503813625

Learn how sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks form, break apart, and change over time. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Soil

Pam Watts (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503813618

Learn what's in soil, how soil forms, and how soil helps plants, animals, and people. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Sedimentary Rocks

Roberta Baxter (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503813601

Learn about types of sedimentary rocks, how they form, where they are found, and how we use them every day. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Minerals

Roberta Baxter (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503813595

Learn about types of minerals, how they form, where they are found, and how we use them every day. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Metamorphic Rocks

Cecilia Pinto McCarthy (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503813588

Learn about types of metamorphic rocks, how they form, where they are found, and how we use them every day. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Igneous Rocks

M. J. York (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503813571

Learn about types of igneous rocks, how they form, where they are found, and how we use them every day. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Hurricanes

Peter Murray (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438608

Provides information about the causes of hurricanes, where they occur, their characteristics, and the effects they produce.

How to Survive on a Deserted Island

Samantha Bell (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781634071246

Through fascinating true stories and illuminating photos, learn how people find the things they need to survive on--and get rescued from--a deserted island! Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

How to Survive a Tsunami

Marne Ventura (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781634071260

Through fascinating true stories and illuminating photos, learn how people prepare for (and react to) massive tsunamis to survive. Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

How to Survive an Earthquake

Marne Ventura (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781634071192

Through fascinating true stories and illuminating photos, learn how people trapped in rubble (or other dangerous situations after an earthquake) survive against all odds! Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Fossils

Carla Mooney (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503813564

Learn about types of fossils, how they form, where they are found, and what they teach us about animals and plants. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Floods

Peter Murray (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438585

Discusses what floods are, how they occur, and how to protect oneself when they happen.

Earthquakes

Peter Murray (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438578

Examines earthquakes, what they are, what causes them, and better means of monitoring them.

Droughts

Patrick Merrick (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438561

Provides information about the causes of droughts, where they occur, their characteristics, and the effects they produce.

Crystals

Carla Mooney (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503813557

Learn about types of crystals, how they form, where they are found, and how we use them every day. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, infographics or informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Avalanches

Patrick Merrick (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781631438554

Discusses what avalanches are, how they occur, and how to protect oneself from avalanches.

Map Symbols and Scales

Samantha S. Bell (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503832671

Introduces readers to map symbols and scales and their many uses, especially in daily life. Features labeled infographics that highlight special features on the map to enhance reader understanding. Additional features include colorful photos, captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an index.

Investigating Planet Earth

Matt Mullins (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941928

Explore our home planet with this investigation into planet Earth. Following scientific and engineering practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of Earth and space concepts.

Investigating Erosion

Charnan Simon (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941904

Get swept away with this investigation into erosion. Following scientific and engineering practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of Earth and space concepts.