Some people are skeptical about climate change. According to many scientists, this threat to the environment is real. Readers explore the ways in which humans contribute to the problem of climate change, but they also learn how humans can work to stop this environmental crisis. Eye-catching fact boxes, a detailed glossary, and full-color photographs enhance readers' understanding of this important science curriculum topic and how it connects to current...

Weather is all around us. We cannot control it, but it is an important part of our lives. Find out more in Weather, part of the Awesome Infographics series

Without the sun, our planet would be dark and cold. We couldn't survive! Crucial science topics covered in this brightly designed book explain the sun, sunlight's importance to plants and animals, and how to be safe in the sun. Young readers will especially enjoy the "Fun in the Sun" and "Did You Know?" sections. Sunny photographs and helpful labels support valuable science concepts that every budding meteorologist needs to know.

From glass to cloth, there are many familiar materials used in our daily lives. But which are natural and which are man-made? This colorful volume introduces the many materials used by people to build and create, including plastic, rock, and wood. It explains how each is made, used, and disposed of, with a focus on those that can be harmful to the environment and those that can be recycled or reused to help save Earth. A simple message of conservation...