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The Future of the Earth: An Introduction to Sustainable Development for Young Readers | 
 enlarge | Author: Yann Arthus-bertrand
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  1 reviews
Sales Rank: 635130
Media: Hardcover
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 76
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 12.3 x 10.2 x 0.6
ISBN: 0810950189
Dewey Decimal Number: 338.927
EAN: 9780810950184
ASIN: 0810950189
Publication Date: September 1, 2004
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Book Description
The first book for young readers that explains sustainable development in easy terms
An attention-grabbing primer on mankind's direct and indirect effects on the natural world, this important book explains how such topics as global trends, economic disparity, and invasive species, among others, have changed the world in which we live.
World-renowned photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand's spectacular photographs feature fragile environments that are at risk of being lost as well as places that have already seen the devastating effects of human behavior. A poignant overview of the state of the globe, this book encourages readers to understand what is happening in the environment and to take action. AUTHOR BIO: Yann Arthus-Bertrand continues here the work he began with Earth from Above for Young Readers in widening the horizons of people everywhere. His powerful photographs are used to raise awareness of the importance of sustainable development, so that future generations can inherit a livable planet. He lives in France.
Robert Burleigh, in addition to Earth from Above for Young Readers, has authored Volcanoes: Journey to the Crater's Edge, which was nominated for Disney Adventures Magazine Best Book of the Year; The Sea: Exploring Life on an Ocean Planet, an Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Award winner; and Chocolate: Riches from the Rain Forest, a Texas Bluebonnet Master List selection. He has also written many critically praised, award-winning fiction, nonfiction, and poetry books for children. A painter as well as a writer, he lives with his wife in Chicago.
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An incredible book March 26, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This book is absolutely amazing!!! The way it covers such complexity in such simple terms - with information that our children's generation MUST know - this is a must read (for both children and adults). My middle school science students are mesmerized by this book year after year, and it has lead them over and over to service learning projects. This book is definitely worth reading and owning.
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