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1) Saving Water
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Few things on Earth are as precious as water. Every species of plant and animal depends on it to survive. As the climate of the Earth changes, we need to become even more aware of that importance and work hard to wisely use water in all its forms. Inside, find out how you can make water conservation a part of your life, and help turn the tide of climate change. Can we save the planet? No issue is more important to the long-term health of our world...
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The Earth's climate is changing...and not for the better. That includes global warming, rising seas, increasing salinity of the oceans, disappearing habitat, extreme weather, and many more significant issues facing our species. Inside, get involved with this vast and growing issue so that you can become a part of the solution. There is time-if we start now! Can we save the planet? No issue is more important to the long-term health of our world than...
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As the world's climate changes, two areas are being significantly affected. Deserts are expanding and becoming even more dry and arid. Forests are disappearing, thanks in part to logging by humans. The Earth doesn't need more deserts, and it desperately needs more forests. Inside, find out more about these two vital biomes and how people are working hard to make sure they survive properly. Can we save the planet? No issue is more important to the...
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Climate change is drastically affecting the weather-intense hurricanes, powerful tornadoes, deadly storm surges, monsoons, drought, and more. Billions of people are affected by these problems every year. Inside, find out more about this important issue as we all work together to find a solution. Can we save the planet? No issue is more important to the long-term health of our world than climate change. Its effects reach into every aspect of our lives....
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Earth is surrounded by a bubble of air-the atmosphere-without which no life can survive. In the past century, however, that bubble has been negatively affected by the rise of the industrial age and the carbon and other gases that humans and machines are putting out. The gases create a "greenhouse effect" that is contributing to climate change. Inside, learn the science behind this problem and some of the ways that we can fight back! Can we save the...
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Scientists say that human use of fossil fuels has played a huge part in climate change. There is an answer to that problem: renewable energy. Inside, read about the many ways that creative people are turning the power of the sun, the earth, water, waves, and more into clean energy that can not only save money, but help us all enjoy a bright future. Can we save the planet? No issue is more important to the long-term health of our world than climate...
7) Immunology
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Our world is awash with germs, viruses, and bacteria-tiny but powerful invaders that can make us sick. Fortunately, the human immune system mounts an amazing defense against all these attackers. Immunology will introduce you to the many strategies our bodies use to protect us, as well as the many things that can go wrong. Each title in this series contains color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books...
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How can we help? Climate change is a real problem around the world, but part of the solution is in all of our hands. By living organically-eating locally, recycling, shopping sustainably, conserving energy, and more-we can improve our lives and help the planet. Inside, find out how you can make other lifestyle choices that can be a major part of the solution to this world-affecting problem. Can we save the planet? No issue is more important to the...
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Those big blue barrels seen around the country are helping save the planet-fill them up! Recycling is a big part of many people's daily lives. Cans and bottles are just the tip of the iceberg, however. Inside, read about the many ways that you can recycle just about anything and how those actions can help change the world! Can we save the planet? No issue is more important to the long-term health of our world than climate change. Its effects reach...
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Every society on Earth needs vast amounts of energy to survive. Obtaining that energy has led to drastic climate change, however. By working together to conserve and efficiently use energy, we can start to reverse that problem. Inside, find out how you, your family, and your town can do a few simple things that can save energy today. Can we save the planet? No issue is more important to the long-term health of our world than climate change. Its effects...
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Viruses and bacteria are so small that you need a microscope to see them, and yet they are powerful enough to change the course of human history. Ancient epidemics like smallpox and the plague and current scourges like HIV/AIDS and cholera have profound impacts on the way we live today. Epidemics and Pandemics takes you through the science, history, and current status of the severe and often scary world of widespread outbreaks. Each title in this...
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In ancient times, people had no idea how or why it was that children resembled their parents. These days we know that characteristics like height and eye color are passed along in families through the genetic code. Our understanding of genetics has fundamentally changed medicine, agriculture, and even crime solving! Genes & Genetics will tell you everything you need to know about those tiny but powerful things called chromosomes. Each title in this...
13) Body Systems
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Did you know that if you spend one hour reading this book, you'll move your eye muscles about 10,000 times? During that hour you'll also breathe air, hear sounds, and digest food, while your hair grows and your skin cells regenerate. Your neurons may even make a few new connections as you learn from what you read! In Body Systems, you can find out all about the systems of the human body and how they are constantly at work to keep you healthy, keep...
14) Diseases
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Nobody likes to get sick! And yet, diseases are a constant source of fascination for us all. Whether it's the cold bug that kept you home from school or the genetic disease called hemophilia that sparked the Russian Revolution, human illnesses are an amazing and complex area of study. Diseases will introduce you to many ways in which the human body can malfunction, and also teach you about what doctors can do to fix it. Each title in this series contains...
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Did you know that if all your blood vessels were laid out end-to-end, they would stretch all the way around the world, not just once but twice? Not only that-you are made up of millions of cells, many miles' worth of nerve fiber, and more than 20 feet of intestine. The human body is a truly amazing machine, capable of growth and self-repair. In this book, you can find out all about your insides and how they work. Each title in this series contains...
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