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How We Know What We Know About Our Changing Climate: Scientists and Kids Explore Global Warming

by Lynne Cherry

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Review:

"Meant to be like a youth version of Braasch's Earth Under Fire: How Global Warming Is Changing the World, this beautifully photographed global guide offers a look at how research in diverse fields leads to an understanding of the warming climate — and what children and adults are doing about it. The first and largest of the book's four sections, 'Where We Find Clues About Climate Change,' presents researchers, citizen scientists and schoolchildren examining the natural world and unearthing data about climate. Spreads jump from topic to topic, from rainforests to tree rings, oceanic mud samples to 800,000-year-old ice cores. The empowering 'What Scientists and You Can Do' section provides practical, proactive suggestions, e.g., eating less meat, drinking tap instead of bottled water. While heavy on the jargon, Cherry (The Great Kapok Tree) immediately and clearly defines all science terms. The book would be overwhelming to read in one sitting; kids and educators will find this timely information is best served up via its bite-sized chapters. Readers young and old looking to make a difference will appreciate the book's hopeful tone as well as its comprehensive resource lists. Ages 10-14." Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)

Synopsis:

When the weather changes daily, how do we really know that Earth's climate is changing? Here is the science behind the headlines - evidence from flowers, butterflies, birds, frogs, trees, glaciers and much more, gathered by scientists from all over the world, sometimes with assistance from young "citizen-scientists." And here is what young people, and their families and teachers, can do to learn about climate change and take action. Climate change is a critical and timely topic of deep concern, here told in an age-appropriate manner, with clarity and hope. Kids can make a difference! This book combines the talents of two uniquely qualified authors: Lynne Cherry, the leading children's environmental writer/illustrator and author of The Great Kapok Tree, and Gary Braasch, award-winning photojournalist and author of Earth Under Fire: How Global Warming is Changing the World.

Product Details

ISBN:
9781584691037
Subtitle:
Scientists and Kids Explore Global Warming
Author:
Cherry, Lynne
Photographer:
Braasch, Gary
Foreword:
Sobel, David
Author:
Cherry, Richard
Author:
Braasch, Gary
Publisher:
Dawn Publications (CA)
Subject:
Climatic changes
Subject:
Global warming
Subject:
Weather
Subject:
Science & Nature - Earth Sciences - Weather
Subject:
Science & Nature - Environmental Science & Eco Logy
Publication Date:
March 2008
Binding:
Hardcover
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
66
Dimensions:
9.30x11.18x.43 in. 1.37 lbs.
Age Level:
08-12

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