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Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The surface of the Great Lakes covers 94,250 square miles (244,106 sq. km). About 40 million people in the United States and Canada drink water from the Great Lakes, and millions of birds, fish, and other animals make their homes there. Much will be lost if the lakes aren't protected. Readers are introduced to Great Lakes conservation issues, including climate change, mining, and water quality. Full-color images and detailed sidebars accompany main...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The historical significance of the Great Lakes region stretches from thousands of years ago to the present day. Home to factories, important historical landmarks, and miles of coastline, the Great Lakes region is steeped in the past, but looking ahead to the future. Readers follow the growth of the Great Lakes, beginning with early battles to settle and control the region. Sidebars add to the main content's discussion of significant events, while...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The importance of biodiversity in the Great Lakes watershed cannot be overemphasized. The thousands of kinds of plants and animals that live in the lakes' habitats affect the health of the lakes, just as the lakes' health affects the wildlife. Readers learn about the many habitats of the Great Lakes region and conservation efforts that continue to restore and protect them. Full-color photographs accompany in-depth profiles of plants and animals, such...
