Curious about Saving Earth

by Hansen, Amy S.

• ISBN13: 9781681529677
• ISBN10: 168152967X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2024-08-13
• Publisher: Amicus Ink

Summary

Why do we need to save the earth? Does recycling really help? Does compost smell bad? Translated into North American Spanish, this series answers kids’ questions about the environment. The question-and-answer format helps build inquiry skills. A “Stay Curious!” feature encourages further learning and builds critical thinking skills. What can we do to save the Earth? Ignite kids’ growing curiosity about the environment with an inquiry-based approach to saving the planet. Our planet is in trouble. In this book, kids learn about some of Earth’s biggest problems—a warming climate, shrinking wilderness, and plastic pollution. What can be done to help? Conversational questions and answers guide early elementary readers on a critical thinking journey with accessible text about the effects of climate change, how plastics harm the environment, and how preserving wild spaces can protect animal biodiversity. Colorful and engaging infographics help visual learners understand new concepts. A “Stay Curious!” feature encourages kids to keep asking questions while doubling as a mini media literacy lesson on research skills. Includes table of contents, glossary, and index.