Patkau, Karen

An introduction to arctic ecosystems, describing the plants and animals native to arctic regions, and discussing threats to the Arctic and its importance to the rest of the world.

An introduction to wetland ecosystems, describing the importance of wetlands to the food chain and how wetlands help preserve the earth's soil and water.

An introduction to desert ecosystems, describing the plants and animals native to these regions.

An introduction to coral reef ecosystems, describing the plants and animals native to these regions.

An introduction to grassland ecosystems, describing the plants and animals native to these regions.

An introduction to rain forest ecosystems, describing the role of rain forests in producing the world's oxygen, food, medical ingredients, and other raw materials used in everyday life throughout the world.

Illustrations and simple text describe the prehistoric ancestors of some modern animals, birds, and fish.

Full-color drawings and simple text describe big and little animals.