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The wondrous workings of planet Earth : understanding our world and its ecosystems / by Rachel Ignotofsky.
"Making earth science accessible and entertaining through art, maps, and infographics, The Wondrous Workings of Planet Earth explains how our planet works—and how we can protect it—from its diverse ecosystems and their inhabitants, to the levels of ecology, the importance of biodiversity, the cycles of nature, and more. Science- and nature-loving readers of all ages will delight in this utterly charming guide to our amazing home."-- from publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780399580413
- ISBN: 0399580417
- Physical Description: 127 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : Ten Speed Press, 2018.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references, filmography and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Biotic communities > History > Juvenile literature. Ecology > Juvenile literature. |
Available copies
- 1 of 2 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
- 0 of 1 copy available at Prince Rupert Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Rupert Library | J 577.8 Igno (Text) | 33294002067171 | Juvenile Non-Fiction | Volume hold | Checked out | 2024-05-07 |
- Kirkus Reviews : Kirkus Reviews 2018 August #2
From microscopic organisms to apex predators, all life relies on Earth's rich resources. In this scientific exploration of the world, Ignotofsky (Women in Sports: 50 Fearless Athletes Who Played to Win, 2017, etc.) shows how living things interact with one another. The first part of the book covers concepts such as ecological organization, preparing readers to embark on an adventure from continent to continent. Every continent features a selection of specific ecosystemsâNorth America's redwood forests and mangrove swamps, for exampleâand highlights how each one benefits the world at large as well as what threats they face from human influence. After the world tour, Ignotofsky moves on to the cycles of nature and how humans interact with the environment. Although the book stresses the serious threats the environment faces, the tone encourages further education and action to help slow the destruction caused by climate change. Labeled, full-page illustrations sit sid e by side with the text, inviting readers to stop and explore. Diverse humans appear throughout the book, but while only showing up in a single instance, the depiction of a Native American scientist looks stereotypical despite the lab coat due to a long black braid; furthermore, what could be seen as a stylized cheekbone might well strike other readers as war paint. The text is divided into sections that make the book an accessible learning tool. Even with the distinct sections, however, Ignotofsky always returns to the larger theme of a connected world. More than informative, this ecological adventure calls for action. (glossary, sources, index) (Nonfiction. 10-14) Copyright Kirkus 2018 Kirkus/BPI Communications. All rights reserved.
