Is Surface Mining Sustainable?

Harming Our Habitats

Many of the minerals we use every day come from surface mining. However, this practice harms many habitats through deforestation and contamination of air and water. In this book, readers learn how surface mining is used and how it can harm habitats. They'll also learn about ways that people can work to protect the environment. Incredible visuals show readers what mines look like, while a graphic organizer and fact boxes deepen their understanding of the issue. Readers are sure to dig deep on the issue of surface mining in this fact-filled book.

RL
Grades
2-3
IL
Grades
2-5
GRL
M
Details:
Product:
ISBN: 978-1-9785-4324-9
Author: Anna McDougal
Copyright: 2026
Reading Level: Grades 2-3
Interest Level: Grades 2-5
GRL: M
Dewey: 622'.292--dc23
Pages: 24
Dimensions: 8" x 8"
Fact Boxes, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Graphic Organizers, Index, Websites

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