forests and forestry

Rook Barkwater, one of the apprentices chosen to make a dangerous journey to study in the Deepwoods, joins the sky pirate Captain Twig in opposing the Guardians of the Night and learns more about his own past.

Celia Lovejoy is thrilled when grandmother moves in and enjoys hearing Grandma's stories about the fairies that live in the woods behind their home, and when she begins seeing strange flashes of light and dreaming of a fairy in need of help, Celia begins to wonder if the stories are true.

Presents an introduction to forests, looks at different types of forests, discusses the uses of trees, and examines efforts to replant and protect the forests.

Describes several kinds of plants and animals that live in forests, explaining how they are different and how they shape their habitat.

Twelve-year-old Alexa realizes her lifelong wish when she finds the key to a secret passageway leading out of the walled city of Bridewell, and is free to explore the mysterious forests and mountains that lie beyond its confines.

Describes the general characteristics of trees and discusses the different types of forests around the world and the people and animals that inhabit them.

Text and colored photographs depict old-growth forests of the Pacific Northwest.

Describes various evergreens, their growth and use, and hazards to their continued growth.

Describes the gradual transformation of a cleared farm field into a dense forest.