Washoe County Library System

"Beneath the surface of the world's rivers and lakes swim mysterious giants, the real-life Loch Ness monsters and Bigfoots of the aquatic world. They are a diverse assemblage of poorly understood creatures, from gargantuan gars to sumo-sized stingrays. These ancient fish-some who have been around for hundreds of millions of years-play critical roles in their freshwater ecologies. Threatened by overfishing, habitat loss, dams, pollution and climate...

Explores the pond ecosystem, discussing where ponds are found, how a pond develops, and the interdependence of the plants and animals that live in and around it.

Thomas Berry is one of the most eminent cultural historians of our time. Here he presents the culmination of his ideas and urges us to move from being a disrupting force on the Earth to a benign presence. This transition is the Great Work -- the most necessary and most ennobling work we will ever undertake. Berry's message is not one of doom but of hope. He reminds society of its function, particularly the universities and other educational institutions...

A comprehensive look at the temperate forest biome, examining its climate, plants, animals, people, and future, plus detailed views of some famous or important temperate locations.

Provides an introduction to forest habitats, including trees, water, and the forest floor, and looks at some of the plants and animals that live in forests located in parts of the world where there are four seasons.

An exploration of Earth's natural systems discusses how they influence each other, what happens when the system gets out of sync, and whether lifeforms can communicate across species boundaries.

Sustainable Home is a stylish, inspirational and practical guidebook to maintaining a more environmentally friendly household. Sustainable lifestyle blogger and professional Christine Liu takes you on a tour through the rooms of your home the living area, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom offering tips, tricks and 18 step-by-step projects designed to help you lead a more low-impact lifestyle. Whether its by making your own toothpaste, converting to...

Explains the concept of a food chain and how plants, animals, and humans are ecologically linked.