Lawrence Public Library

Climate change and our Earth, Kathy Furgang

eng

illustrations

index present

non fiction

Climate change and our Earth

1138997173

Kathy Furgang

Spotlight on our future

"Since the mid-20th century, increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have shifted global climate patterns. Climate change has become a defining issue of our time. In this informative book, young readers will learn about how climate change is reshaping Earth, sometimes with devastating consequences. The text encourages readers to draw connections between growing populations and climate change. It offers insight into emerging solutions to the problem of climate change and offers relatable examples of young activists who are using their voices to inspire change"--, Provided by publisher

More people, fewer animals -- Earth's changing weather -- Cause and effect -- Earth in danger -- The Greenhouse effect -- Climate change from industry -- More carbon dioxide -- It's getting warmer -- The world works together -- A new report -- Climate risks -- Changing weather problems -- New ideas, new energy -- Standing for change

juvenile