Poaching

This title examines poaching past to present from illegal food hunting to harvesting elephant tusks and rhinoceros horns. Legislation regulating the process is discussed as are opposing viewpoints and solutions such as education to lower demand. A timeline, glossary, index, and historic and color photos supplement easy-to-read text. An infographic shows how the reader can learn more and get involved. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Infographics Timeline of key events Animal Rights introduces readers to topics such treatment of farm animals, lab experimentations, and entertainment, as well as the effects these practices have on animal habitats and species. Each book provides an engaging discussion of the topic's history and related laws, media reaction, activism, advocacy, and opposing viewpoints. Balanced, easy-to-read text and full-color photos examine key points, helping readers form their own opinions about each issue. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.