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Ecographics: Overpopulation
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Ecographics: Overpopulation
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Izzi Howell
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Series | Ecographics |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:32 | Dimensions(mm): Height 272,Width 211 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9781445166438
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Classifications | Dewey:363.91 |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Hachette Children's Group
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Imprint |
Franklin Watts Ltd
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Publication Date |
14 May 2020 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
A powerful look at the global crisis of overpopulation Earth's population is growing at the rate of 1 billion people every 15 years. This unprecedented growth puts a massive strain on the resources our planet can supply, and many people go hungry or do not have clean water to drink. Can we find a way to balance healthy population growth with taking care of our unique planet - before it's too late? Our Earth is facing huge environmental challenges, from plastic pollution choking our oceans to critical loss of biodiversity. Ecographics aims to raise young readers' awareness of these challenges with the latest headline-grabbing facts and stats, pertinent case studies and powerful photos. It also suggests simple steps all readers can take to help make a difference. Other titles in the Ecographics series: Biodiversity Climate Change Natural Resources Pollution Energy Perfect for children aged 8 and up.
Author Biography
Izzi Howell is an award-winning author and editor of over fifty children's books. She lives in East Sussex and enjoys learning languages, cooking and travelling around Europe. Her book Cats React to Science Facts was the winner of the Best Laugh Out Loud Book for 6-8 year-olds award at The Lollies and winner of The Royal Society Young People's Book Prize in 2020.
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