Takes readers on a journey into a river, showing examples of how the animals and plants are connected and dependent on each other and the river's freshwater environment.

What could a tunafish sandwich and some smelly green pond scum have in common? Come on an underwater adventure in the magic school bus and find out!

A Suquamish Indian chief describes his people's respect and love for the earth, and concern for its destruction.

Introduction to the life cycle of an oak tree.

Takes readers on a journey into a lake, showing examples of how the animals and plants are connected and dependent on each other and on the lake's freshwater environment.

"A poetic introduction to a distinctive island ecosystem that is home to many species found nowhere else on Earth"--

"National Geographic Kids First Big Book of the Ocean is an adorable animal reference that includes the sea's high-interest animals, such as dolphins, sharks, sea otters, and penguins, and introduces kids to some of its lesser-known creatures. More than 100 charmin g animal photos illustrate the profiles, with facts about the creatures' sizes, diets, homes, and more. This book will quickly become a favorite at storytime, bedtime, and any other time"...

The nineteenth and twentieth centuries have seen human population grow exponentially. With this growth have come demands for food, shelter and resources. As these needs are met, fragile ecosystems worldwide can suffer. Natural habitats are shrinking, and some scientists say that 25% of all plant and animal species will become extinct in just fifty years. This program looks at the methods and research of scientists who are studying the biodiversity...

"The Kitchen Pantry Scientist : Ecology for Kids features biographies of 25 leading ecologists, past and present, accompanied by accessible and engaging experiments and activities to bring the history and principles of ecology alive"--