Planet SOS

As the world's population keeps growing, finding sources of food has become more important. Readers discover how challenging it is to produce crops that are healthy for both people and the environment. They learn the methods being used to reduce chemical pesticides, increase nutrients in the soil, and give farmers a more stable source of income. Series Review: Planet Sos"These Well-Designed Books Present Different Aspects Of Life On Earth And How They Affect Human Beings...The Many Large, Colorful Photos Will Engage Readers And Assist Them In Understanding The Important Concepts Introduced."-Sc

One of the biggest challenges facing the world today is keeping people healthy. Disease, starvation, and war are major problems that people struggle with every day. Readers learn about these problems-from eating disorders to AIDS-and also learn what is being done to conquer them. Doctors, humanitarians, and ordinary people are working hard to make the world a healthier place, and readers discover how they can do their part to help them.

Global warming is a serious problem that can be seen everywhere from the shrinking glaciers of the North Pole to the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina. Readers explore the causes of climate problems and learn what is being done to stop the damage to Earth's climates. Suggestions are provided for ways that readers can offer their own help to these efforts. Series Review: Planet Sos"These Well-Designed Books Present Different Aspects Of Life On Earth And How They Affect Human Beings...The Many Large, Colorful Photos Will Engage Readers And Assist Them In Understanding The Important Concepts Introduced."-Sc

Nature shows its power in both beautiful and frightening ways. This beautiful book presents various changes in the environment that can produce natural disasters. Earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, and many other natural events are described, with special attention paid to their causes and effects. Readers learn about the relief organizations around the world that help victims of these events. Series Review: Planet Sos"These Well-Designed Books Present Different Aspects Of Life On Earth And How They Affect Human Beings...The Many Large, Colorful Photos Will Engage Readers And Assist Them In Understanding The Important Concepts Introduced."-Sc

Young eco-conscious learners will love reading about carbon footprints. Energy comes from many different sources, but some of them are quickly depleting. Readers explore the different ways to replace fossil fuels, such as solar energy and hydropower. They even discover small steps they can take to make themselves more energy efficient, such as walking or riding a bike to school. Series Review: Planet Sos"These Well-Designed Books Present Different Aspects Of Life On Earth And How They Affect Human Beings...The Many Large, Colorful Photos Will Engage Readers And Assist Them In Understanding The Important Concepts Introduced."-Sc

There is much more to space than just the planets and the stars. This book takes readers deep into space to discover fascinating facts about our solar system and beyond. They learn about everything from comets to lunar landings and explore ways to continue learning about these things on their own. Colorful photographs take readers to the International Space Station, the polar ice caps of Mars, and even the surface of the sun. Series Review: Planet Sos"These Well-Designed Books Present Different Aspects Of Life On Earth And How They Affect Human Beings...The Many Large, Colorful Photos Will Engage Readers And Assist Them In Understanding The Important Concepts Introduced."-Sc