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Deforestation


Can the Earth Cope?

No. of pages 48

Published: 2011

Great for age 6-12 years

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Using case studies from around the world that showcase both the positive and the negative impacts development projects can have, this title explores the consequences of different kinds of resource management within the forestry industry. Throughout, pros and cons of each development will be presented, in order to present both sides and provoke a debate/discussion.

 

 

This book features in the following series: Can the Earth Cope?, Development Or Destruction? .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Hachette Children's Group .

The author, Louise Spilsbury, has written many books for children on a wide range of subjects.

This book has the following chapters: Introduction The palm oil industry in Indonesia The pulp industry in Finland Forest products in Nepal Forestry in the Far East Provinces, Russia Manaus, in the Brazilian Amazon Sustainable future Role play Glossary Index

 

This book is in the following series:

Can the Earth Cope?

Development or Destruction?

A very useful series for middle-level students who are researching debate topics. -- Library Media Connection