A century ago, 100,000 tigers roamed the forests of Asia. Today, only a few thousand remain, thanks to shrinking habitat and a lucrative trade in tiger parts. Firefly Animal Rescue is a new series of books about endangered and threatened species and what is being done to protect them. It is aimed at readers aged 10 and up with accessible text and color photographs. Each book introduces re…
Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this fun and factual biography series! How did Jane Goodall become the world’s leading chimpanzee expert? Having dreamed of studying animals in their natural habitat since she was little, she jumped at the first opportunity to set sail for Africa and observe primates – even though many people were against the idea of a young wo…
The animals of Antarctica and the Arctic live in some of Earth's most challenging climates. Many of these animals face extinction at the hands of poachers, habitat loss, and climate change. This book profiles the animals of these regions and describes the climates and habitats in which these animals live. This colorful and engaging book explains the laws and programs in place to protect these u…
Jungle animals are some of the most beautiful and unusual animals on Earth. Sadly, some of these creatures are endangered. Take a trip to the tropics to learn more about what makes these jungle animals unique and why they should be protected.
Some of North America's most iconic animalssuch as bison and grizzly bearshave seen their numbers fall so far that they have become endangered. This book profiles these animals, describes their habitats, and explains the factors that bring animals to the brink of extinction. Readers learn about the laws and programs that protect North America's animals, and will love learning about "success sto…
Many desert animals around the world are in danger of becoming extinct. In this enlightening nonfiction title, readers will learn a few of the causes of extinction in the desert and what problems extinction causes for animals, wildlife, and humans alike. Through vibrant photos of beautiful animals and stunning facts in conjunction with informational text and useful charts and diagrams, readers …
Asia is a beautiful country with plenty of unique wildlife, some of whichincluding the panda and the snow leopardare endangered species. This book profiles Asia's endangered species and describes the habitats in which they live. Readers will learn about the varied reasons why animals face extinction as well as what is being done to protect Asia's animals.
South America is a diverse continent that is home to the worlds largest tropical rainforest. Because of this, its also home to many amazing animals, some of which are in danger of extinction. This book profiles these endangered animals and describes the habitats and climates that sustain their populations. Students learn about the various factors that lead to animal endangerment and about the p…
It is a tragic fact that some of Africa's most magnificent animalssuch as the hefty black rhino and the beautifully patterned Grevy's zebraare in danger of extinction. This book describes Africa's different habitats and explains the various reasons that species become endangered. Each chapter profiles an endangered species and outlines measures that are being used to help Africa's animals survive.
This book takes a close look at various animals from around the world that are in danger of becoming extinct. It discusses how the animals have become endangered by worldwide threats including pollution, deforestation and global warming. Featuring stunning photographs of many endangered animals in their natural habitats, the book also relates some of the positive steps being taken to protect th…