"Earth is constantly changing. However, over the last several decades, human activity has accelerated these changes around the world. Mountains, for example, may seem permanent and unchanging, but they are just as fragile as Earth's other environments. . . This title explores the impact that humans have on mountain environments, from the creation of roads and ski slopes to the use of explosives to create mines. Age-appropriate text is supported by full-color photographs, fact boxes, and sidebars"--Provided by publisher.
Presents a short study of mountains, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
An introduction to mountain biomes, looking at where they are located in the world, the types and climates of mountains, and native plants and animals, and discussing why mountains are in danger, and the types of jobs available for people who want to work in the mountains.
Explores the food chains and webs that exist in a mountain habitat, including how fragile food chains can be, how they can be broken, and what can be done to prevent this.
Presents an introduction to the mountain biome, examining its climate, plants, animals, people, and future, and including a detailed look at some major mountain ranges.
"An active volcano that towers 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier is one of the most distinctive sights of the Pacific Northwest. Readers will explore the . . . national park that is centered around the . . . volcano, learning about the local wildlife and geography as they go. They will also learn about the natural history of the area, find out how it became a national park, and discover which environmental challenges the park is facing"--Amazon.
