Planet Patrol

Giving kids the idea that they have power to effect change is the basic premise of this work. Many of the Earth's environmental problems-climate change; deforestation; shrinking habitat; species extinction; water, air, noise, and light pollution-as well as global conflict and overpopulation are addressed. For each challenge, a success story is shared and an action tip is put forth to help readers do their small share to address the problem. Positive and upbeat with bright photos and illustrations and a direct tone, the message delivered is that if properly informed and motivated, individuals can help the challenges, however monumental, to be met. Many pertinent and informative Web sites are listed, but while the book states that Libraries carry books and movies on all the great topics in this book, no titles for further reading are offered.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Cooper Square Pub
Published: 11/01/2005
ISBN: 9781587285141
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.86lbs
Size: 10.32h x 8.24w x 0.41d

Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 11/15/2005 pg. 1235
School Library Journal 12/01/2005 pg. 168
Booklist 12/01/2005 pg. 59

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 107085 / Planet Patrol: A Kids' Action Guide to Earth Care
Reading Level: 6.2 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 1