"Discusses endangered animals throughout the world, including coral reef, bees, bats, marine turtles, wolves, sharks, and frogs and what can be done to help save them"--Provided by publisher

Travel the world in a stunning, informative book about animals under threat of extinction. From the giant panda of China to Fiji’s banded iguana, creatures all over the world are imperiled like never before in human history. Visit all inhabited continents via a series of striking graphic stamps by printmaker Tom Frost, depicting more than thirty species — some familiar, some you may not have known existed — all of which are in danger of not existing for much longer. Fact files from conservation biologist Martin Jenkins introduce readers to some of the threatened fauna around the globe. A timely call to arms for animal lovers young and old, this oversize nonfiction book discusses the reasons that so many species are in danger of dying out and what we can do to help them.

Looks at animal welfare in society and the sciences, including laboratory animals, pets, and the effect of climate change.

Some think the earth should be called the "water planet," because even from space we can see that it's covered with water. But our water is endangered by pollution and global warming, and people may run short of water for drinking, irrigation, and other needs. Find out what kids can do to help save and protect this precious resource.

Conventional energy sources such as oil and coal will not last forever, and they pose a threat to our earth through polluting and causing climate change. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores different types of energy, such as wind and solar, explaining how they work and what their advantages are. She also outlines ways kids can save energy and use it more wisely.

"Read about how food goes from field to fork, how food is grown, problems with farming techniques, and sustainable farming"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the war in Iraq including the beginning of the conflict, the living conditions, what it is like for the soldiers, and the politics of Iraq.