grassland ecology

Presents a short study of the various types of grasslands, where they are located, plants and wildlife, endangered areas, and efforts to protect it.

An introduction to endangered grassland animals that provides an overview of the region's climate and habitats and profiles five animals that are in danger of becoming extinct.

Introduces the concept of a habitat, provides a description of grasslands, looks at grasslands weather, and discusses the types of plants and animals found in grasslands and how they survive.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the grassland ecosystem. Includes picture glossary and index"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to grassland habitats including information about land, water, and underground homes and looks at some of the plants and animals that live in prairies.

"What plants and animals call grassy flatlands home? Find out what lives in grassland habitats"--Provided by publisher.

The diversity of plant and animal life on the planet is a topic of both high interest and importance for young readers. This text explores a biome that many will easily identify and with which they may have some familiarity. Several types of grasslands are explored, including details on their formation, locations, climate, and flora and fauna. Examples include North America's Great Plains and the steppes of central Asia. Ecological impact to the areas due to natural phenomena and human intervention are also discussed.

From the Great Plains of North America to the Eurasian Steppes, full-color spreads highlight the key features of the various types of grasslands found all over Earth.

"Grasslands are lands dominated by grasses, rather than large shrubs or trees. There are two main types of grasslands--tropical and temperate. Grasslands are the most widespread biome on land, covering one-fifth of the land surface. Directly or indirectly, grasses provide a very large proportion of human food--either through cultivated cereal grains such as wheat or oats, or by providing food for both wild and domestic animals that are eaten, such as deer or cattle"--Back cover.

Describes the grassland ecosystem as a place made up of animals and plants that are interdependent.