The Magic School Bus At The Waterworks (Magic School Bus)

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The classic title that started the award-winning series! Join Ms. Frizzle and her students as they follow the trail of water, from its sky-high source to the school bathroom sink on this wet and wild fieldtrip. After parking the school bus on a cloud and shrinking to raindrop size, Ms. Frizzle's class gets to see the waterworks from the water's point of view.

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Hayley's outrageous review.......2005-12-14

At the start of school the kids do not like Miss. Frizzle, because Miss. Frizzle is not the type of teacher that will bring you to the zoo, but she takes them on trip to weird places. She made them look up waterworks in the library for a month. Will they go on the trip or not? This book is good for all ages!

good book, bad printing.......2005-07-11

Although the book itself is very interesting, it was mis-printed in a very odd way. The beginning of the book was printed at the end, upside down. So, when you open the front cover, you hit the middle of the story.

A Splashing Debut.......2003-10-10

"The Magic School Bus: At the Waterworks" is the first in a series of science picture books geared towards young ones. Written by Joanna Cole and illustrated by Bruce Degen, it marks the debut of one of the most successful concepts in the history of children's literature.

Cole and Degen successfully blend fun and learning into their stories, striking a resonant chord with kids and parents alike. Because, let's face it, education - no matter what subject you're delving into - can be a tad boring at times. But anyone who's ever worked with children knows that adding a pinch of excitement and a smidgeon of enjoyment into the knowledge pot takes an otherwise bland topic and transforms it into something delectable.

"At the Waterworks" introduces us to Ms. Frizzle, a one-of-a-kind instructor who knows how to take seemingly uninspiring themes and metamorphose them into action-packed adventures. The kids in her class consider Ms. Frizzle "the strangest teacher in school." And they are less than enthused when they find out their first class trip is the local waterworks; it seems to pale in comparison to field trips other classes are taking, such as to the circus or to the zoo. But these students have obviously never gone on a class trip with Ms. Frizzle; nor have they ever taken a ride in her magic school bus.

Before they know it, Ms. Frizzle has sent them on a splashing journey. They learn all about the wonders of water; how it is the only substance in nature that can form into a solid, liquid or gas. They come to understand the water cycle; how water evaporates into a gas to form clouds and liquefies as it falls to the ground as rain. They even take a tour of the local waterworks; how water is filtered and purified for people to drink, and how it is distributed throughout the city in underground pipes to businesses and homes.

Needless to say, the children in Ms. Frizzle's class experience a once-in-a-lifetime voyage, one they won't ever forget! And for those "serious students who do not like any kidding around when it comes to science facts," the final pages distinguish what things were true in the story and what things were made up.

Cole and Degen hit the children's literacy jackpot with this series, and it all started with "At the Waterworks." This book was written in 1986, and the "Magic School Bus" is still riding strong - it has spawned numerous picture books, chapter books, a cartoon show, television tie-in books, computer games, etc. The key to its success lies in the fact that it mixes education with a hearty dose of humor and fun. And when you stir those ingredients together, you have a winning formula.

You cannot go wrong with Ms. Frizzle and her magic school bus. These books are so enjoyable, children and parents alike delight in them. I don't know why it took me so long to discover this series, but I'm glad it happened! I cannot say enough great things about it! Do yourself a favor and read a few of these stories; you will not regret it.

As Ms. Frizzle herself would say, "It's time to take chances! Make mistakes! And get messy!"

Many layers of detail.......2003-01-19

This is one of the older Magic School Bus books which has layers of detail in it. You can chose how many layers to read, depending on the child's interest and on the time you have available for reading.

The obvious layer is the text. There is plenty of information from just reading the text. If you want to add more, read the dialogue between the characters, written cartoon style in balloons. The most detail would come from the children's sketches and notes that are in the (very wide) margins.

I like the scheme of taking the children through the system and coming out the other end. Children usually find the fantasy of changing size to be fascinating as well. To my knowledge, the book is factual and fairly well up to date.

As a seamstress, I love Ms Frizzle's clothing and accessories.

The Magic School Bus: At the Waterworks.......2000-03-26

I taught a unit on water to three second grade classes this year and this book helped the students understand where our city drinking water comes from, how it is treated for impurities and how it gets moved through the system and into our homes. The pictures and text are informative as well as humorous and entertaining. This book kept the students' attention and promoted discussiom. I highly reccommend it!

Planet Patrol: A Kids' Action Guide to Earth Care

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Start Now to Save the Planet
A must-have library addition

Planet Patrol: A Kids' Action Guide to Earth Care
Marybeth Lorbiecki
Manufacturer: Two-Can Publishers
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ASIN: 1587285185

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With the Planet Patrol, readers will learn the basics of ecology and see how hard work and new technologies are reversing some of the problems facing our environment. Fun facts and action tips will help inspire kids to make a difference in their own homes, schools, and neighborhoods.

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Start Now to Save the Planet.......2006-01-01

This was an exciting book because it gave me lots of new information to help the planet. For example, I didn't know that asthma is greatly caused by pollution--so of course there's another reason to clean the air. The pictures really showed examples of pollution and ways to stop it. The book also lists websites that give even more ways to help. So read this book, and you can start helping, too.

A must-have library addition.......2005-12-27

Planet Patrol is a must-have for every teacher on earth; it's a must-have for everyone who believes that our environment is the most important contributor to health and well being. Chock full of information and projects, Marybeth Lorbiecki outdid herself on research and writing. She's one of the most important writers on the planet. Lorbiecki cares. Read this book! It's fun AND educational. Share it! Practice its philosophies. You've only yourselves to enrich.

Defying Ocean's End: An Agenda For Action

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Defying Ocean's End: An Agenda For Action

Manufacturer: Island Press
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ASIN: 1559637552

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If humankind were given a mandate to do everything in our power to undermine the earth's functioning, we could hardly do a better job than we have in the past thirty years on the world's oceans, both by what we are putting into it-millions of tons of trash and toxic materials-and by what we are taking out of it-millions of tons of wildlife. Yet only recently have we begun to understand the scale of those impacts.

Defying Ocean's End is the result of an unprecedented effort among the world's largest environmental organizations, scientists, the business community, media, and international governments to address these marine issues. In June 2003, in the culmination of a year-long effort, they met specifically to develop a comprehensive and achievable agenda to reverse the decline in health of the world's oceans.

As conservation organizations begin to expand their focus from land issues to include a major focus on preservation of the sea, it is increasingly apparent that we have to approach marine conservation differently and at much larger scale than we have to date. What's also clear is the magnitude and immediacy of the growing ocean concerns are such that no one organization can handle the job alone.

Defying Ocean's End is a bold step in bringing the resources needed to bear on this vast problem before it is too late. It offers a broad strategy, a practical plan with priorities and costs, aimed at mobilizing the forces needed to bring about a "sea change" of favorable attitudes, actions, and outcomes for the oceans-and for all of us.

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The Forest in the Clouds
Sneed B. Collard
Manufacturer: Charlesbridge Publishing
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ASIN: 088106985X

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Take a trip to a unique habitat--the cloud forests of Central America! In his previous journey, Sneed Collard introduced the water habitats of Our Wet World--a "Reading Rainbow" selection and an NSTA/CBC Notable book. Now he takes the reader to the mountains of Costa Rica to see the glorious resplendent quetzal, the fierce margay, the slow-moving two-toed sloth, the startling harlequin frog, and dozens of other colorful and secretive animals. They inhabit a very special place, a rain forest of the mountains--the cloud forest. This lavishly illustrated book takes the reader on an incredible journey to this habitat, warns of the threats to it, and suggests what readers can do to help or to learn more. A glossary, a list of suggested websites and books, and a map are included.

The Earth Charter in Action: Toward a Sustainable World (Municipal Capacity Building series)

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The U.N. Global Agreement For Peace, Prosperity, and Sustainability

The Earth Charter in Action: Toward a Sustainable World (Municipal Capacity Building series)

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ASIN: 9068321773

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"This will be a book to be proud of!"—Ruud Lubbers

· First book on the Earth Charter
· World famous authors
· Available in English and Spanish
· Large, full-color book

The Earth Charter is an inspiring declaration of shared ethical principles. It arises from diverse sources--the wisdom of indigenous peoples, international law, contemporary science, and philosophical and faith traditions. It is an integrated vision of caring for all life, of universal human rights, of economic justice, and of the creation of a culture of peace. The Earth Charter in Action is a collection of over seventy thematic and descriptive essays inspired by Earth Charter, and demonstrating the rich diversity of its uses. It points toward the many possibilities of future utilization, including its ability to bridge the Islamic and Christian worlds and to work across the divide between the northern and southern hemispheres.

Well-known contributors include Homero Aridjis, A. T. Ariyaratne, Leonardo Boff, Kamla Chowdhry, Jane Goodall, Yolanda Kakabadse, Ruud Lubbers, Federico Mayor, Steven C. Rockefeller, and Erna Witoelar. Contributors are practitioners, experts, and Earth Charter activists from around the world. There is a special emphasis on contributions from youth. Includes an afterword by Princess Basma Bint Talal and 75 full-color illustrations.

This book is published in cooperation with Earth Charter International, Costa Rica, and the NCDO, The Netherlands.

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The U.N. Global Agreement For Peace, Prosperity, and Sustainability.......2007-01-06

For many years now I have been wondering what an agreement on international cooperation that all nations could readily agree to would be comprised of. With the publication of The Earth Charter In Action, my musing is over. The Earth Charter is simple yet succinct; it is profound and compelling. The first paragraph from the PREAMBLE sets the tone:

"We stand at a critical moment in Earth's history, a time when humanity must choose its future. As the world becomes increasingly interdependent and fragile, the future at once holds great peril and great promise. To move forward we must recognize that in the midst of a magnificent diversity of cultures and life forms we are family and one Earth community with a common destiny. We must join together to bring forth a sustainable global society founded on respect for nature, universal human rights, economic justice, and a culture of peace. Towards this end, it is imperative that we, the people of Earth, declare our responsibly to one another, to the greater community of life, and to future generations."

The Earth Charter book has the entire Earth Charter document interspersed with commentaries from it's many contributors such as: Wangari Maathai, Mikhail Gorbachev, Jane Goodall, Peter Blaze Corcoran, et al. The Earth Charter website also has the entire Earth Charter in a viewable and downloadable format. There is a large and growing body of world-wide endorsers at the website and the list includes almost every country along with an impressive and varied list of NGOs, schools, business, religious groups, and individuals.

The Earth Charter will hopefully be the document that brings every person on Earth together for a peaceful, democratic, and sustainable future with a knowledge of our interconnectedness and interdependence not only amongst ourselves, but with all other life forms on Earth. My heartfelt thanks to the many contributors world-wide for this beautiful document!

How to Save the World in Your Spare Time

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How to Save the World in Your Spare Time
Elizabeth May
Manufacturer: Key Porter Books
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ASIN: 1552637816

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Whoever said you cant fight city hall, never had access to a book like this. An invaluable guide and fascinating glimpse into the life of a tireless campaigner for the planet, How to Save the World In Your Spare Time can show anyone how to fight for a cause.If you have ever tried to save a local hospital, keep a neighbourhood school open, or stop logging in a nearby forest, you will immediately recognize the benefits of this accessible handbook. Covered are topics such as: How to get your issue in the news How to organize How to lobby How to mount a successful campaignA veteran environmental organizer and activist, Elizabeth May has put decades of experience and advice into this entertaining read. Sprinkled throughout are stories of her career in activism: from adventures in the Amazon with Sting and Gordon Lightfoot, to surprising stories of Canadian political figures including the late Dalton Camp and Prime Minister Paul Martin.With How to Save the World In Your Spare Time Elizabeth May has given Canadians the tools they need to protect their communities and the planet. [How to Save the World in Your Spare Time] offers useful ideas, valuable insights and sound direction for anyone seeking to bring about social change. Atlantic Books Today

Acting for Nature: What Young People Around the World Are Doing to Protect the Environment

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Acting for Nature
Healling The Desert

Acting for Nature: What Young People Around the World Are Doing to Protect the Environment
Sneed B. Collard
Manufacturer: Heyday Books
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ASIN: 1890771244

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Acting for Nature.......2002-10-26

This is a great book, which should be in every elementary/middle school library. It gives bios of ordinary kids who through extraordinary effort started a project to save the environment.

Healling The Desert.......2001-06-02

This story is about a girl named Aisha, that trys to save the desert. Aisha lives in the Sahara Desert. Aisha learns about the animals in the desert a young age. She teaches the people in her town about the desert, and how to respect the animals that live their. She soon got a job helping the animals get new land to live on. Also she helped making perserves for the Ibecs. The Ibecs are tall, white, hooved, and almost extincted. When I was reading this part of the story, I imagined Lamma like creatures at a perserve. Aisha once helped prevent a flood in the Ibec's perserve, by helping to build a sandbag dam. Aisha counts cranes that fly through the Sahara. This story is extremly interesting. If I met Aisha I would ask her many questions. One might be, "How do you enjoy helping the animals in the desert?" I think it is excellent to be helping the enviroment at an early age because you will probably continue helping the animals for the rest of your life. If you did a book report on this story you would most definently get an A.

Taking Care of the Earth: Kids in Action

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Taking Care of the Earth: Kids in Action

Manufacturer: Boyds Mills Press
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Conservation Science and Action

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Dragonflies: Status Survey And Conservation Action Plan

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Dragonflies: Status Survey And Conservation Action Plan
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Manufacturer: World Conservation Union
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Dragonflies, the colorful creatures which can often be seen hovering above water, pre-date dinosaurs. Today, some 5,000 species have been described and many more await discovery and description. Their beautiful and distinctive colors make them valuable subjects for research on insect behavior, both for ecology and art; their larvae are aquatic, making them a good indicator of water quality; and because they are predators, they are particularly useful in the control of mosquitoes. However, most species of dragonflies live in the tropics and particularly in the rainforests. The rapid destruction of their habitat poses a direct threat to their survival, making their conservation urgent. This Action Plan takes a look at the threats facing dragonflies, proposes some solutions for their conservation and elaborates a strategy for its implementation.

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