Precious McKenzie

Explains what organic gardening is, how to start an organic garden, and how organic gardening benefits the earth.

A scientific look at the natural processes that create waterfalls, and where they are likely to form.

Presents an introduction to coral reefs, discussing how they are created, the protection they provide for many types of sea life, and the current danger to their existence.

Friends are able to influence each other's recovery from drug addiction, but to do so requires a thorough understanding of the situation. This guide presents the signs of abuse for various drugs, along with reasons for abuse, how to confront the friend, and how to encourage treatment.

Search and rescue animals are used around the world in many dangerous situations. From rescuing hikers or skiers who are lost or caught in an avalanche, to assisting first responders, like police in finding missing persons, sniffing out explosives, and saving lives, the abilities and variety of animals used are all captured in this book.

Guides students in using the library and the Internet to gather and organize information and provides tips on how to decide which sources are reliable.

Presents an introduction to glaciers, discussing how they are formed, why they are important, how they are affected by global warming, and ways that people can help preserve their existence.

Describes the impact of pollution on the environment and discusses actions people can take to clean up the Earth. Describe el impacto de la contaminación en el medio ambiente, y describe las cosas que la gente puede hacer para limpiar la Tierra.

An introduction to the history and characteristics of pit bulls.

Guides students through the process of writing an informational essay, including researching and organizing information and tips for using proper sequencing, cause and effect, and comparing and contrasting to clearly explain the topic.