Kirk Johnson

Broschiertes Buch

Trees Are Made of Gas

The Story of Carbon and Climate

Illustrator: Bonnell, Mary Ann

Beschreibung

See-oh-too is an influential guy. Trees Are Made of Gas teaches young readers all about carbon dioxide, an invisible, odorless gas that is essential for plant growth--but is also responsible for global climate change. Kids learn both the science and impact of the massive release of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, making a clear argument for conservation and clean up. Providing simple explanations along with ways to reduce your own carbon footprint, this engaging book is sure to engage young environmentalists.

Autor

Kirk Johnson is the Sant Director of the National Museum of Natural History at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. He is a geologist and paleobotanist known for his scientific articles, popular books, museum exhibitions, television documentaries and collaborations with artists. He is the author of Prehistoric Journey: A History of Life on Earth and Cruisin' the Fossil Freeway. Mary Ann Bonnell is the visitor services manager for Jefferson County Open Space, Colorado. For the past 30 years, Mary Ann has used art, science, and enthusiasm to connect people of all ages to the natural world. She has created scientific illustrations, cartoons, scientifically accurate costumes, and soft sculptures for wildlife refuges, botanic gardens, nature centers, museums, and aquaria.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Chicago Review Press
• Seitenzahl: 48
• Altersempfehlung: 7 bis 9 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. September 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 246mm x 173mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 136g
• ISBN-13: 9781682752746
• ISBN-10: 1682752747
• Artikelnr.: 60006610