A Warmer World: From Polar Bears to Butterflies, How Climate Change Affects Wildlife (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781580892674)

This picture book introduction to climate change and its impact on wildlife engages young nature-lovers as they learn about ecosystems, environments, and global warming.

Species by species, from polar bear to butterfly, acclaimed nonfiction children's author Caroline Arnold describes how warmer weather alters ecosystems, forcing animals to adapt or become extinct. Arnold's clear and straightforward text is complemented by Jamie Hogan's collage-style illustrations.

A glossary and listing of websites and books for further exploration is included. Reminiscent of a nature journal, this book is sure to inspire readers to start their own research into this significant global issue and think about ways they can help our planet.

Author: Caroline Arnold
ISBN-10: 1580892671
ISBN-13: 9781580892674
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Language: English
Published: 02/01/2012
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.80h x 6.90w x 0.20d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.4
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 149374 / Warmer World: From Polar Bears to Butterflies, How Climate Change Affects Wildlife


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 01/09/2012 pg. 52
Booklist 02/15/2012 pg. 50
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2012 pg. 127 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw
School Library Journal 04/01/2012

About the Author
Caroline Arnold is the award-winning author of more than one hundred and forty books for children, including WIGGLE AND WAGGLE, A WARMER WORLD, and TOO HOT? TOO COLD?: KEEPING BODY TEMPERATURE JUST RIGHT. She lives in Los Angles, California.