Meltdown: Discover Earth's Irreplaceable Glaciers and Learn What You Can Do to Save Them

Meltdown is a kids guide to the glorious but endangered world of glaciers,packed with information and illustrations to teach readers about their importance and how to save them from climate change.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: Workman Publishing

Meet the Glaciers: Before They Disappear!

Meltdown: Discover Earth's Irreplaceable Glaciers and Learn What You Can Do to Save Them is a captivating kids guide that delves into the awe-inspiring but endangered world of glaciers. Glaciers, although less renowned than rainforests or coral reefs, hold equal importance in maintaining the health of our planet and face similar threats from climate change.

Packed with comprehensive information, grounded in the latest scientific research, Meltdown captivates readers with its lively writing and captivating illustrations, including graphs, charts, infographics, photographs, and full-page art. This book provides an eye-opening overview of glaciers, highlighting their significance:

Over 100,000 glaciers cover 10% of Earth's landmass, storing nearly three-quarters of the planet's fresh water and acting as protective shields against climate change.

We explore the fascinating origins of glaciers, dating back over two million years, their dynamic movements that shape the Earth's landscape, and the scientific methods used to study them, such as the color of ice, which indicates its age.

Through the lens of glaciers, we uncover the secrets of Earth's climate history, hidden deep within their icy cores. We also witness the unprecedented melting rates caused by climate change, jeopardizing the planet's well-being.

However, hope remains. The final chapter of Meltdown offers practical steps for readers to become climate activists, reduce their carbon footprint, and contribute to the preservation of glaciers. By raising awareness, adopting sustainable practices, and advocating for climate action, we can join forces in safeguarding these magnificent icy wonders for generations to come.

Let's embark on this educational journey together and inspire a generation to become guardians of our planet's fragile ecosystems, including the awe-inspiring glaciers. Together, we can make a difference and ensure a brighter future for our world.

Weight: 520g
Dimension: 254 x 203 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781523509508