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Dams
by
Rebecca Pettiford
Highlights the uses of dams and how they are constructed.
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Wetland Life Connections
by
Raymond Bergin
Explores the characteristics, plants, and animals of wetland biomes, and explains the threats facing wetland ecosystems due to global warming, habitat loss, human development, dams, algae, and invasive species. Discusses ways people can help protect the world's wetlands.
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Upstream, Downstream
by
Rowena Rae
Explores the science behind watersheds, and highlights the relationship between watersheds and plants, animals, and humans. Examines the negative effects of humans on watersheds, and profiles activists and scientists who are working to protect watersheds. Includes color photographs, fact boxes, a glossary, and additional resources.