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Why Are the Ice Caps Melting? The Dangers of Global Warming

Written by Anne Rockwell

Illustrated by Paul Meisel

HarperCollins (2006)

The earth is getting hotter, and not just in the summer. The climate of your own hometown is changing. But why is this happening, and can we stop it? Find out about the greenhouse effect, effects of global warming, and how you can help our planet.

AWARDS

  • The Earth Green Prize for Sustainable Literature from the Santa Monica Public Library

REVIEWS

“ The author suggests ways for children, families, and nations to help contain global warming, ending with a plea for young readers to learn more about the earth and perhaps become scientists themselves. ”

— Children's Literature

“ Readers will find a thought-provoking, balanced mix of facts and opinions that won't leave them feeling helpless in the face of a worldwide catastrophe in the making. A worthy addition to the Lets Read and Find Out series. ”

— Kirkus Reviews