Describes the characteristics of rain forests, explains where the rain comes from, looks at rain forest plants and animals, and discusses why rain forests are endangered.
Rain forests are hot spots for biodiversity. From the forest floor to the high canopy, many different creatures call rain forests their home. Readers will learn about some of the most interesting animals, such as peccaries and sakis that live in these amazing habitats.
"Rain forests are one of a number of ecosystems on Earth that have been negatively affected by human activities. This book explores the different ways humans have impacted the plants and animals that call rain forest environments home. Full-color photographs depict harmful human activities and conservation efforts while fact boxes and sidebars provide readers with additional information about how rain forest environments have changed since the dawn of the human race"--Provided by publisher.
Introduces the climate, plants, and animals of the rain forest biome. Includes color photographs, a food web diagram, a glossary, and further resources.
An introduction to rain forests, examining their different layers, plants and animals, and human residents, looking at some of the products that originate in the rain forests, and discussing the need to preserve the tropical environments.
Describes the rainforest ecosystem as a place made up of animals and plants that need each other to live. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
