Aliens from Earth

By Mary Batten, Beverly J. Doyle (Illustrator)

Invasive species disrupt ecosystems, threatening native life and balance.

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32 pages· 2,375 words· Est. 19 min read-aloud

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Invasive species are on the move, wreaking havoc across the globe. From the Mediterranean Sea to Australia's forests, these intruders threaten native plants and animals. Discover how they travel and the devastating impact they have on ecosystems. Learn about historical invasions like the gypsy moth in the U.S. and rabbits in Australia. Can we find ways to protect our environment from these relentless invaders? Explore the challenges and solutions in this eye-opening journey through nature's delicate balance.

From the publisher

Aliens are on the move! They spread out underwater, smothering sea plants and destroying fish eggs in the Mediterranean Sea. They multiply and invade wooded areas in Australia and Hawaii, killing off the native flora and fauna. They travel by air, water, boat…even on the shoes and clothes of humans!Award-winning science writer Mary Batten introduces young readers to the serious and ongoing environmental problems caused by invasive plant and animal species. Citing numerous examples, including the accidental release of the gypsy moth into the United States in 1869 and the deliberate introduction of rabbits to Australia by English settlers, Batten shows how in each case the delicate balance of the local ecosystem is threatened or even destroyed by the foreign intrusion.At the end of the book, Batten offers readers ideas they can use to minimize their own impact on local environments. Artist Beverly Doyle’s realistic, full-color illustrations and maps highlight the diversity of the natural world and outline the global routes taken by animal and plant invaders.

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