This audiobook brings together the facts about Iraq. It explores the country in depth and features the latest issues, historical background, details and current opinions.

A scientific introduction to the ozone hole crisis. Compatible with national curriculum key stages 2 and 3.

This audiobook brings together the facts about Afghanistan. It explores the country in depth and features the latest issues, historical background and current opinions. Suitable for KS2 and KS3.

This audiobook brings together the facts about Ethiopia. It explores the country in depth and features the latest issues, historical background and current opinions. Suitable for KS2 and KS3.

This audiobook brings together the facts about Israel and explores in depth the latest issues, historical background and details and current opinions.

Part of the Earth Watch series which examines the science behind environmental problems and solutions, how the world is changing and what we can do to keep the balance of nature.

Few people know the secrets of the Rainforest. In this new series, celebrated naturalist Michael Chinery looks at aspects of life in these threatened wildernesses, revealing a wondrous array of plants and animals and showing how they interact with each other.

Tropical rainforests cover only about 60% of the earth's surface, yet they are home to more than half the world's species. This book looks at the biology and behaviour of animal, insect and plant poisoners and pretenders.

This audiobook looks at the biology and behaviour of predators and prey, describing how they live together in harmony and balance and how vital they are to the well-being of the whole world. It is one of a series of books which aims to provide an understanding of the unique ecosystems of the rainforests.

Committee eco-worriers Evie and Lola are very, very concerned about green issues - much to the irritation of their gas guzzling families! So when they find a penguin chick in the garden, they're really worried. They set off to investigate.

Covering the GCSE specification for Geography, this audiobook includes tectonic activity, rocks and landscapes, ecosystems, urbanisation and urban structure, agricultural systems, industrial activity and location.

Our world is getting smaller. Improvements in communications systems, transport and information highways mean that countries are connected to each other in an increasing number of ways - politically, economically, culturally and environmentally. This audiobook addresses questions like: does tourism increase knowledge and understanding of different...

A clear introduction to the topic which examines the history of the area from the violent upheaval of the last century to the controversy surrounding the current peace process.

All you need to know about tornadoes and why they happen, how we try to monitor them, and the people and places most at risk from this natural phenomenon. This audio book also contains case studies of famous tornadoes.

Examining all the elements surrounding the issue of Global Warming - the changing climate, greenhouse gases, the Earth's atmosphere and what we can do to stop it.

What is nuclear waste? How is it made? Why is it dangerous? What can we do to reduce it? This series presents the truth behind major environmental issues, gives the facts and figures and offers some solutions.

Where do old cars go? What happens at a recycling plant? This title examines the science of waste from land fill sites to scrap heaps to nuclear power stations.

What are oil spills? How and why do they occur? How do they affect the environment? This title in the series examines coastal problems and wildlife. How to track a spill and what can be done to prevent one.

Ever wonder how acid rain is made? Or why it is dangerous? Discover the truth behind this environmental issue and some pratical solutions to prevent it.

The gripping true story of Shackleton, Scott and Amundsen's desperate race to Antarctica. Battered by shrieking blizzards, skin blackened by frostbite and eyes burning with snow blindness, these driven men faced agonising decisions and risked their lives as they battled across the high Atlantic plateau to reach the South Pole.

In this journey, Michael Palin tackles the Himalaya, the greatest mountain range on earth. In six months of hard travelling Palin takes on the full length of the world's most majestic natural barrier, including the Khyber Pass, the mighty peaks of K2 and Everest, the bleak and barren plateau of Tibet, the gorges of the Yangtze, and the vast Brahmap...