Biomes

A short study of caves, discussing where they are found around the world, cave weather, types of caves, cave technology, plants, and animals, and challenges to the ecosystem.

Briefly describes rivers, lakes, and ponds, some of the life forms that depend on them, and how pollution has damaged them.

An introduction to rain forest biomes, looking at where they are located in the world, the types and climates of rain forests, and native plants and animals, and discussing why rain forests are in danger, and the types of jobs available for people who want to work in rain forests.

Describes the prairie of central North America including the grasses, other plants, birds, mammals, and life underground.

Explores the rugged and lonely wilderness of frozen lands and icy seas which sweep around the top of the earth and which are rich with wildlife and scenery.

Explores the frozen region which is located at the bottom of the earth and which consists of the Antarctic continent, ocean, and sea islands.

Briefly describes the different kinds of woodlands in North America and some of the plants and animals found there.

Describes the world's deserts and the plants, animals, and people that live in them.

Describes swamps, marshes, and bogs, places which are almost always wet and soggy and which are habitats for hundreds of kinds of plants and animals.