Caroline R Thomas Bücher

It's a perfect day in the park, but there's something that doesn't belong ... When a gust of wind sends all the forgotten things tumbling and twisting and twirling down onto the beach, the hungry waves swallow them into the ocean! Follow a discarded face mask as it journeys beneath the waves, through beautiful reefs and the depths of the Great Garbage Patch. Throughout Into the Ocean, nature simply assumes that litter 'belongs'. It becomes a'perfect' addition to a nest, a 'favorite' food and an accepted addition to the natural environment. Only humans can know the dangers of littering and only we can assume the responsibility to stop plastic pollution and help clean up our shared planet. Purposefully written for read-aloud story-telling Non-fiction final spread for parents and educators with interesting facts Demonstrates our responsibility to help care for the natural environment Raises awareness of environmental issues Discusses universal themes of belonging

From twisted towers to grassy rooftops come on a journey through some of the world's most inspired modern structures. Discover how sustainable design is shaping urban futures and how past events have reshaped design for our safety. Tour a futuristic city and discover a clever desert oasis.

From the clifftop Quarantine Station to the most beautiful mausoleum in the world, come on a journey through some of the world's most interesting historical structures. Discover the real story behind Transylvania's most famous castle then venture to the canal city of Amsterdam or visit Vatican City.

From ancient fish traps to colossal amphitheaters, come on a journey through some of the world's most ancient structures. Discover the secrets of Stonehenge and the treasures of the Pyramids, then walk the Great Wall of China and meet the Terracotta Warriors.

Discover an egg-shaped building - or is it an illusion? - a giant steel nest and a house with a waterfall falling right through its middle! Explore some of the most unusual structures in the world, then meet the architects that inspired these amazing creations.

This textbook on the respiratory system is tailored for students in the 'new' medical curriculum, providing an integrated overview of the system's structure, function, and major diseases. It is part of the Systems of the Body series, recognized as a valuable resource for medical and health science students engaged in systems-based courses. The third edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, offering essential knowledge of basic science and clinical conditions. It presents a concise, integrated view of the respiratory system that is often lacking in traditional textbooks. The text includes multiple case studies that connect key principles to current practice, clearly linking clinical skills, investigations, and therapeutics. Each print volume now includes access to a complete, enhanced eBook version for convenient anytime access, along with self-assessment materials to aid in understanding and exam preparation. The coverage includes core principles of basic science in relation to clinical case histories, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the respiratory system and its major diseases. Topics addressed include the structure and function of the respiratory system, pulmonary ventilation, gas diffusion, pulmonary circulation, gas transport, acid/base balance, and the nervous and chemical control of breathing, as well as lung function tests.