Explore the Planet

As wildfires rage, hurricanes get stronger, and the Great Pacific garbage patch keeps growing, there's no question for many people that Earth is in trouble. And it's the only planet we've got! This set tackles some of the biggest issues jeopardizing Earth's future-and ours: extinction, climate change, pandemics, and plastic. It also includes books on recycling and sustainability, and offers solutions young readers can work on today in each title. Each concept is introduced in age-appropriate, thorough detail, including modern and historical perspectives for readers to learn from. • Emphasizes the relationship of cause and effect • Supports Earth science and civics curricula • Offers readers real-life examples of problems and solutions through case studies