Menon, Sujatha

Describes the characteristics of savannahs, or tropical grasslands, found in India, Australia, South America, and Africa, features profiles of lions, antelopes, giraffes, vultures, reptiles, and other creatures that live in the savannahs, and explains why these habitats are endangered.

Explains what weather is and where it originates, looks at what happens when weather goes wild, and features descriptions of fires and floods, with discussion of wildfires, flash floods, safety precautions, flood forecasts, and related topics.

Color photos illustrate profiles of mountain animals such as the lynx, snow leopard, bighorn sheep, and golden eagle, which present descriptive information and fact lists. Also includes details on factors endangering mountain ecosystems.

Photographs and simple text describe the history and traditions of the Hindu festival known as Holi, a celebration that marks the arrival of spring.

"Learn about the different kinds of snakes that are located all over the world, from rattlers to pythons to harmless snakes"--Provided by publisher.