Title: Whales in the City- --(WB)
Author: Nancy Castaldo
Publisher: Farrar, Straus & Giroux
ISBN: 9798822695658
SKU: WB002000
Release Date: 45778
Genre: Animals -History
Grade Level: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade
Language : English
Description : This gorgeously illustrated true story about whales returning to New York Harbor is an uplifting picture book that proves community action can reverse the effects of climate change--perfect for fans of Neighborhood Sharks. This story spans from pre-colonization to today, so that readers can learn how the industrial revolution, overfishing, and pollution pushed whales out of New York Harbor and the Hudson River by the early 20th Century. But the story doesn’t end there. Passionate citizens were able to clean up the harbor through activism and legislation. The first whales were spotted in the Hudson after over 100 years in 2019! Here is a kid-friendly environmental success story chockfull of towering skyscrapers and underwater dramatics that highlights the power of activism and how each of us can make a difference. Also includes backmatter on whales and water pollution around the country.
Author: Nancy Castaldo
Publisher: Farrar, Straus & Giroux
ISBN: 9798822695658
SKU: WB002000
Release Date: 45778
Genre: Animals -History
Grade Level: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade
Language : English
Description : This gorgeously illustrated true story about whales returning to New York Harbor is an uplifting picture book that proves community action can reverse the effects of climate change--perfect for fans of Neighborhood Sharks. This story spans from pre-colonization to today, so that readers can learn how the industrial revolution, overfishing, and pollution pushed whales out of New York Harbor and the Hudson River by the early 20th Century. But the story doesn’t end there. Passionate citizens were able to clean up the harbor through activism and legislation. The first whales were spotted in the Hudson after over 100 years in 2019! Here is a kid-friendly environmental success story chockfull of towering skyscrapers and underwater dramatics that highlights the power of activism and how each of us can make a difference. Also includes backmatter on whales and water pollution around the country.
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