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Understanding Biomes

Jeanne Sturm (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781612366982

In Understanding Biomes, students will learn about the different biomes that exist on Earth. Readers will love discovering new information in this chapter book while also reinforcing learned skills with comprehension and extension activities.

Desert Dinners

Julie Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907595

This book looks at a desert food chain, discussing the plants and animals that are native to this habitat, threats to their survival, and what is being done to protect their environment.

Forest Fare

Julie Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907601

This book looks at a forest food chain, discussing the plants and animals that are native to this environment, threats to their survival, and what is being done to protect their habitat.

Freshwater Feeders

Gwendolyn Hooks (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907618

This book looks at a freshwater food chain, discussing the plants and animals that are native to this habitat, threats to their survival, and what is done to protect lakes, rivers, ponds, and streams.

Grassland Buffet

Julie Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907625

This book looks at a grassland food chain, discussing the plants and animals that are native to this habitat, threats to their survival, and what is being done to protect the savannahs and grasslands.

Natural, Artificial, and Man-Made

Jen Breach (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731653208

How has human intervention impacted food production and plant distribution? Learn about the historical and modern contexts of food production and distribution, including selective breeding and genetic modification. This book takes students on an educational journey into the process of food distribution.

Careers in the Outdoors

Shantel Gobin (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731653154

What are some career paths that spend their time outdoors and in nature? Learn about a variety of outdoors careers in the children’s book Careers in the Outdoors. This book introduces children to a number of outdoors careers, like a surveyor or landscape architect.

Logging

G.L. Cronin (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731616159

In Dangerous Jobs: Logging, readers will learn how loggers face risks to harvest the wood we need. A logger makes the final cut. "Timber!" Loggers know to stand back and be careful. They face extreme danger every day as they travel through steep and rugged forests, fell huge trees, and handle sharp tools.

Turning Up the Heat

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566919

Did you know that much climate change is caused by natural events? But how do humans influence climate change? Answer this question and learn how scientists make predictions about climate change. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.

Melting Glaciers, Rising Seas

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566926

A region's climate affects nearly every part of animals' and peoples' lives. Learn about how humans contribute to climate change and what you can do to help limit its effects. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.

Planet Protection

Rebecca E. Hirsch (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566957

The usual climate of an area can change drastically. But what causes climate change and how can you help protect the planet? Read on to answer these questions and others. This title supports NGSS standards for Earth and Human Activity.

Ecosystem Effect

Jodie Mangor (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566933

Climate is an important part of every ecosystem. Even small changes in the climate can have a big impact. Learn about the affects of climate change on ecosystems and what you can do to help. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.

Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Yellowstone

Robin Koontz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643691688

Yellowstone National Park offers researchers and scientists from around the world an opportunity to study a wide range of subjects throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the largest intact temperate zone ecosystems in the world.

Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Gates of the Arctic

Ruth A. Musgrave (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643691718

Readers will explore the scientific research underway at the Gates of the Arctic National Park.

Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Rocky Mountain

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643691695

Readers will explore the scientific research underway in Rocky Mountain National Park.

Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Carlsbad Caverns

Robin Koontz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781643691701

Readers will explore the scientific research underway in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, the site of one of the best-preserved ancient fossil reefs on Earth.

Plants Out of Place

Courtney Farrell (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411762

With real world examples of science at work, this book focuses on the impact of invasive plants on the environment.

Animal Invaders

Amanda Doering Tourville (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411731

With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the consequences of the spread of invasive species.

Build It Green

Courtney Farrell (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411748

With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of constructing homes using ecologically friendly materials.

Our Footprint On Earth

Jeanne Sturm (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906871

This book provides an understanding of the impact that humans have on Earth and suggests ways to reduce damage to the environment.

Restoring Wetlands

Jeanne Sturm (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906888

This book describes the importance of wetland areas to Earth's ecosystem and discusses threats against areas such as the Everglades and the Arcata Marsh and Wildlife Sanctuary, along with the efforts to restore and protect wetland areas.

Surviving The Galveston Hurricane

Joann Cleland (author) Peter McDonnell (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906499

In graphic-novel format, this book examines the history of the Galveston Hurricane in 1900 while providing a story that depicts the community's struggle to survive the storm and rebuild their homes afterward.

Constuir casas verdes

Courtney Farrell (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781621690054

En el libro se explica cómo se puede vivir en casas amigables con el medio ambiente.

Turn On The Light

Ella Newell (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606940075

Explores electricity from the power plant to your home. Includes how electricity is made, circuits, how we use electricity, and the effects our changing world and weather have on how it works.

Weather

Susan Koehler (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606940112

This book discusses types of weather, including storms, weather instruments, and how weather is predicted.