Earth Day

This groundbreaking book, published in the early 1960s, investigated the devastating effects of chemical pesticides on the environment. Carson's work is credited with helping to create the Environmental Protection Agency.

This installment of the Scientists in the Field series explores how trash circulates and accumulates in the world's oceans.

Journalist Charles Fishman explores humanity's need for and use of water — and the threat of water scarcity.

Adapted for young readers, this important work is an investigation into the ways food production is shaped by politics and the effects of our food choices.

In this book, Mark Kurlansky explores threats to the world's oceans and fish populations and describes ways that young people can support sustainable fishing.