Examines the world of the seashore describing how its inhabitants adapt to their changing surroundings and includes information on the various plant and animal life and preservation of the shoreline.

Describes the importance of rain forests, their plant and animal populations, and how they are threatened by deforestation. Focuses particularly on the damage humans have caused to rain forests and what can be done to save them. An African tale at the end encourages readers to apply their knowledge of rain forests.

Describes how the world's forests are being destroyed, some of the causes and consequences of this destruction, and some ways of preventing it.

Introduces the plants and animals that have adapted to life in the polar regions.

Boy genius and inventor Frank Einstein and his robot pals Klink (intelligent) and Klank (sort-of intelligent) study the science of ecology and conservation as they try to stop classmate and archrival T. Edison and his loggers from destroying the Midville Forest Preserve.

"When Lana and her father return to their seaside hometown to help clear the debris of a big storm, Lana remembers how much she's missed the ocean--and the strong, reassuring presence of her aunt. As Lana explores the familiar beach, she discovers something incredible: a colony of Aquicorns, small magical seahorse-like creatures that live in the coral reef. Lana rescues an injured Aquicorn and cares for it with the help of her aunt, who may know more...

"This absorbing look at ocean science covers the biology of coral reefs as well as their ecological importance."--Amazon.com.