An illustrated tour of the planet exploring ecosystems large and small, from reefs, deserts, and rainforests to a single drop of water—from the New York Times bestselling author of Women in Science.
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.
Product details
Publisher : Ten Speed Press (September 18, 2018)
Language : English
Hardcover : 128 pages
ISBN-10 : 0399580417
ISBN-13 : 978-0399580413
Reading age : 10 - 13 years
Lexile measure : 1140L
Grade level : 5 - 6
Item Weight : 5.6 ounces
Dimensions : 7.76 x 5.08 x 0.37 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #16,440 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
#3 in Ecology for Teens & Young Adults
#85 in Earth Sciences (Books)
#216 in Nature & Ecology (Books)
Customer Reviews: 4.8
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