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2016., PowerKids Press Call No: 577.6 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Rivers and lakes are home to some of the world s most captivating creatures. Diving beetles, water lilies, salmon, and fish eagles are just some of the diverse life-forms readers will learn about in this information-rich title. Readers learn how creatures adapt and survive in this fascinating biome. The text s treatment of important life science concepts, such as ecosystems, interdependency, and habitat survival, are designed to support elementary science curriculum standards. Colorful photographs, fact boxes, and a simple map complete a comprehensive learning experience. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, Full-color photographs, For Further Information Section, Glossary, Index, Web Sites.
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By Egan, Dan[2017]., W.W. Norton & Company Call No: 577.630 Ega Edition: First edition. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: "The Great Lakes--Erie, Huron, Michigan, Ontario and Superior--hold 20 percent of the world's supply of surface fresh water and provide sustenance, work and recreation for tens of millions of Americans. But they are under threat as never before, and their problems are spreading across the continent. The Death and Life of the Great Lakes is prize-winning reporter Dan Egan's compulsively readable portrait of an ecological catastrophe happening right before our eyes, blending the epic story of the lakes with an examination of the perils they face and the ways we can restore and preserve them for generations to come. For thousands of years the pristine Great Lakes were separated from the Atlantic Ocean by the roaring Niagara Falls and from the Mississippi River basin by a "sub-continental divide." Beginning in the late 1800s, these barriers were circumvented to attract oceangoing freighters from the Atlantic and to allow Chicago's sewage to float out to the Mississippi. These were engineering marvels in their time--and the changes in Chicago arrested a deadly cycle of waterborne illnesses--but they have had horrendous unforeseen consequences. Egan provides a chilling account of how sea lamprey, zebra and quagga mussels and other invaders have made their way into the lakes, decimating native species and largely destroying the age-old ecosystem. And because the lakes are no longer isolated, the invaders now threaten water intake pipes, hydroelectric dams and other infrastructure across the country. Egan also explores why outbreaks of toxic algae stemming from the overapplication of farm fertilizer have left massive biological "dead zones" that threaten the supply of fresh water. He examines fluctuations in the levels of the lakes caused by manmade climate change and overzealous dredging of shipping channels. And he reports on the chronic threats to siphon off Great Lakes water to slake drier regions of America or to be sold abroad. In an age when dire problems like the Flint water crisis or the California drought bring ever more attention to the indispensability of safe, clean, easily available Water, The Death and Life of the Great Lakes is a powerful paean to what is arguably our most precious resource, an urgent examination of what threatens it and a convincing call to arms about the relatively simple things we need to do to protect it."--Dust jacket.
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By Egan, Dan2018., W.W. Norton & Company Call No: HI-INT 577.6 EGA Availability:2 of 2 At Location(s) Series Title: Norton paperback.Summary Note: "The Great Lakes--Erie, Huron, Michigan, Ontario and Superior--hold 20 percent of the world's supply of surface fresh water and provide sustenance, work and recreation for tens of millions of Americans. But they are under threat as never before, and their problems are spreading across the continent. The Death and Life of the Great Lakes is prize-winning reporter Dan Egan's compulsively readable portrait of an ecological catastrophe happening right before our eyes, blending the epic story of the lakes with an examination of the perils they face and the ways we can restore and preserve them for generations to come."--Page 4 of cover.
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c2000., Juvenile, Gareth Stevens Pub. Call No: OCEAN ANIMALS Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: First book about animalsSummary Note: A simple introduction to some animals that live in or around the water, including a whale, clown fish, and crab.
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Call No: 577.16 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: "In Freshwater Food Chains, early fluent readers explore the freshwater biome and the food chains it supports. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore how energy flows through plants and animals in freshwater rivers and lakes. A map helps readers identify major rivers and lakes of the world, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about freshwater food chains using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Freshwater Food Chains also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Freshwater Food Chains is part of Jump!'s Who Eats What? series."
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c2003., DK Pub. Call No: 551.48 Hol Edition: 1st American ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Eye wonderSummary Note: Describes how rivers flow to the sea and the characteristics of rivers and lakes, including the animal life found within and near them. Animals mentioned in the book are otters, hippos, manatees, newts, mud puppy, avocet, heron, kingfisher, jellyfish, and salmon. Rivers and lakes include Amazon River, Dead Sea, Great Lakes, and Nile River.
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By Warhol, Tomc2007, Juvenile, Marshall Cavendish Benchmark Call No: 577.6 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Table of contents only Series Title: Earth's biomesSummary Note: Explores various water biomes, where they are located, and the different kinds of plants and animals that inhabit them.
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By Warhol, Tom2007., Pre-adolescent, Benchmark Call No: 577.6 War Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Earth's biomesSummary Note: Presents a comprehensive look at water biomes, examining their climate, wildlife, and future.
