A close, personal examination of climate science for ages 12 to 15.
Read true stories of how climate change has affected people's lives and
learn the science behind the new reality we witness every day.
Does your region get stronger storms and more extreme weather than it
used to? Do you have to take steps to conserve water because of drought?
Is there more flooding in your area than there used to be? These could
all be symptoms of Earth's climate crisis.
In Climate in Crisis: Changing Coastlines, Severe Storms, and
Damaging Drought, readers 12 to 15 discover how climate change is
affecting the human population--from extreme weather and rising
coastlines to new migration patterns and disease--through real-life
stories and a deep examination of the science driving the phenomenon.
Climate change is an enormous topic, but through real-life examples of
how climate change affects humans directly, readers can find a relatable
foothold from which to explore the dependent relationship between the
Earth, the climate, and all living creatures, including humans. As kids
gain a deeper understanding of our ultimate connection to everything on
and around our planet, they are also encouraged to think of innovative
ways to help curb climate change, which has been called humanity's
greatest challenge.
Throughout Climate in Crisis, hands-on STEM activities, entertaining
illustrations, essential questions, and fascinating sidebars illuminate
the topic and engage readers further. In addition, Climate in Crisis
integrates a digital learning component by providing links to primary
sources, videos, and other relevant websites.
