Glaciers are melting. Summers are heating up. Sea levels are on the rise. Climate change is affecting every corner of our planet - and it's the subject of a lot of concern, activism, and debate. How is climate change affecting Earth's ecosystems? What happens to animals and other organisms when the habitats around them start to change? This book addresses how climate change affects species on land and in the ocean, which species are most at risk...

Bengal tigers are an endangered species, due to many human-caused factors, such as poaching, habitat destruction, and global warming. In Robert Wells' signature style, this book explores these difficult topics in a child-friendly manner with endearing illustrations, and it gives kids ways they can help to save the tigers, too.

An elephant seal has a thick layer of blubber that keeps it from freezing in cold northern waters. This protective layer of blubber was prized by hunters who killed so many elephant seals that there were fewer than 100 left alive. Discover how government leaders and others took action to save these sea mammals from extinction.

The American bison was hunted to near extinction in the 1800s as settlers moved west across what is now the United States. Readers will learn about this animal that is a symbol of the American West and find out what steps were taken to help increase the American bison population.

Being vegan isn't just about what you eat, it's also about what you wear, where you live, and how you entertain yourself. This informative and accessible book offers readers insight into the history of animal entertainment from 2000 B.C.E. through to the 21st century. It outlines different philosophies on how humans should interact with animals and gives suggestions of how to avoid unethical animal entertainment and help prevent its continued practice....

This book about animal training is a great way to give young readers a true glimpse into the world of animal care. Trained animals are utilized for a myriad of reasons including service or therapy, performance, policing, protection, or companionship. This volume includes information about various branches of the job and includes information about education, day-to-day job duties, and career path opportunities. Lively text profiles on the job professionals,...

Ostriches can't fly, but they can run over 30 miles per hour! What other marvelous facts does the avian world hold? Readers of this playful book will find out! They'll learn about animal classification, habitats, diets, senses, and many other essential life science topics. Vivid photographs of these beautiful winged creatures will captivate readers, while cool fact boxes and questions create an interactive reading experience. A fun quiz at the end...

Animals have many different ways to protect themselves from their enemies. Only a few have the amazing ability to regrow body parts that have been bitten or pulled off by predators. It's called regeneration, and even scientists aren't exactly sure how it works. With this fascinating volume, readers will learn what animals possess this super power, how they use it, and what the limits are to this nifty survival trick. Discussions of scientific research...

Why do some people choose not to eat meat? Is it wrong to eat an animal that was once alive? These questions are complex and challenge young people's critical-thinking skills, and they form the backbone of this inside look at the debates surrounding vegetarianism, veganism, and eating meat. As readers explore this topic through engaging main text, accessible fact boxes, a detailed graphic organizer, and colorful photographs, they're introduced to...

Most people wouldn't want a pig running around their house, but potbellied pigs make excellent companions. This book explores what it's like to have a potbellied pig as a pet. Readers will learn about important life-science topics including life cycles and habitats in relation to the care and keeping of these interesting animals. Full-color photographs on each spread help students make connections with the text and promote reading comprehension skills....