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1) Emily posts
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Tundra
Pub. Date
2024.
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253 pages ; 22 cm
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"When she is cut from her middle school's podcast crew, social media influencer wannabe Emily Laurence must find another way to spread the news of a climate march, trying to balance her impeccable manners with 21st-century activism"--
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A short story to be told to young children about an Enchanted Lake that was in danger of disappearing due to the human voracity that had contaminated its waters and allowed less and less water flow to pass through its feeder river.Due to the beautiful spirit that inhabited it, this sacred lake transmitted with its presence qualities of emotional and spiritual healing to all those who lived near it, plants, animals, and humans included.To make matters...
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Esta guía-el tercer producto de una colección de materiales para favorecer prácticas formativas, impulsada por la maestría en Educación Ambiental de la Universidad de Guadalajara-ofrece herramientas prácticas para enriquecer la planificación de talleres educativos sobre educación ambiental. Tanto para principiantes como para expertos, esta guía promueve el desarrollo de competencias clave en los participantes, que van desde la responsabilidad...
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Get the Summary of Bill Bryson's A Walk in the Woods in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. In "A Walk in the Woods," Bill Bryson recounts his adventures and challenges while attempting to hike the Appalachian Trail (AT) after moving to New Hampshire. Captivated by the trail's promise of fitness, reconnection with nature, and survival skills, Bryson prepares for the hike, learning about the necessary gear and the trail's...
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This book follows the arc of an upland hunter's life from childhood into old age. Each chapter emphasizes the larger life lessons that hunting teaches a person as they learn and then practice the sport. A large portion of the book centers on the way upland hunting integrates wing shooting and dog work into a coherent whole that, when it works well, can approach art.
The book consists a Preface, 34 stories organized into seven sections (Growing Up,...
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During the first few months of the community's efforts, I viewed it as merely a public relations battle. I concentrated on becoming good at TV interviews. We seemed to get better as we progressed in the battle with the toxic dump site. But things changed after I went on a road trip home one afternoon from work! The events changed my view of the battle!
As I bounced along the country road, listening to country music, I noticed a large pick-up...
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For successful leadership progress, no one should think of, or be put in a position to, start from the top. Leadership development is progressive. It does not mean that if you can walk, you can run! There are six main criteria that individuals should be evaluated on to be pre-qualified for leadership responsibilities. These criteria are: Academic Achievements, Experience, Personal Achievements, Leadership Training, Skills, Loyalty. Sustainable Development...
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In Conscious (R)Evolution, Humanity, Insanity, and the Planet, the author brings together two powerful insights: that all life on this planet is interconnected, and that humanity's current path of consumerism and industrialization is leading to catastrophe. From deforestation to pollution, we are damaging the very environment that sustains us. This book asks us to stop and consider the bigger picture: as an intelligent species, why would we willingly...
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Cambridge University Press
Pub. Date
2023.
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xvi, 437 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
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"This book describes how to solve the climate, air pollution, and energy security crises facing the world by using existing technologies. Written for everyone, it advises individuals, communities, and nations on what they can do to solve these problems, including the economic, health, climate, and land benefits of the solutions."--
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Simon & Schuster
Pub. Date
2023.
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358 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 23 cm
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"Faced with uncontrolled and accelerating environmental collapse, humanity asks an artificial intelligence to find a solution. Its answer is simple: remove humans from the ecosystem. Sen Anon is assigned to be a witness for the Department of Transition, recording the changes in the environment as the world begins to rewild. Abandoned by her mother in a cabin somewhere in Upstate New York, Sen will observe the monumental ecological shift known as...
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Celebrating our national parks
• Denali National Park celebrates its centennial anniversary in 2017
• The park attracts more than 400,000 visitors annually
• More than 60 historic photographs throughout
Historic Denali National Park is a vibrant narrative that covers different parts of the park's history, from the Native Americans and the early explorers to park visitors today. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Denali National Park and...
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EcoHarmony" is your compass to a sustainable future, guiding you through ten enlightening chapters that demystify the art of eco-friendly living. Dive into the core of sustainability, unravel the potentials of green energy, and discover the secrets of energy efficiency. Explore water conservation techniques, master waste reduction, and embrace the world of sustainable transportation. Build your eco-haven with insights into eco-friendly homes and green...
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Learn about the environment and how to protect it! This Spanish nonfiction book explains what individuals and the government can do to keep Earth's air clean. The book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. With this fun, informative book and the additional activity, students will learn how to make their planet healthier. This 32-page full-color Spanish book describes current threats to the environment and explains how...
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What's to be done when only three spotted owls are left in Canada's wild? When wolves eat endangered caribou, cormorants kill rare trees, and housing developments threaten a tiny frog?
Environmental journalist Sarah Cox has witnessed what happens when we drive species to the brink of extinction. In Signs of Life, she tags along with the Canadian military, Indigenous guardians, biologists, conservationists, and ordinary people who are racing to save...
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Remote island ecosystems, scattered like gems across the world's oceans, harbor unparalleled natural beauty and ecological significance. However, these isolated paradises are under imminent threat due to the accelerating impacts of climate change, including rising sea levels and extreme weather events. As pristine island habitats struggle for survival, the urgent need for conservation and restoration has become increasingly clear. Innovative solutions...
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The fast fashion industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Table of contents With 8 billion humans and counting, the Planet...
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The agriculture industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Table of contents With 8 billion humans and counting, the Planet Human...
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The energy industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Table of contents With 8 billion humans and counting, the Planet Human...
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The digital communications industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Table of contents With 8 billion humans and counting, the...
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The pet industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Table of contents With 8 billion humans and counting, the Planet Human series...
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